Director of Research, Division of Adolescent Medicine - PhD - Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center - Manhattan, NY

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

3d•$140,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Adolescent Medicine and the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center (MSAHC) seek a Director of Research to develop, conduct, oversee, and implement research efforts within the Division. The position will be poised to facilitate the growth of high-quality, high-impact adolescent and young adult health-focused research and expand extramural research funding within the Division. The position will be physically located within our flagship site, the MSAHC. The mission of the MSAHC is to break down racial, social and economic barriers to health care and wellness for young people by providing vital services - high quality, comprehensive, integrated and confidential - for all who come to the Center or school-based health facilities, at no cost to them. The MSAHC advances adolescent and young adult health as a national imperative by serving as a leading center of clinical care, specialized training, innovative research, and advocacy.

Requirements

Minimum of PhD
Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher
Evidence of track record of independent extramural research funding (NIH R-level or equivalent at minimum)
High level scholarship in adolescent and young adult health
Clinical trial experience
Commitment to MSAHC’s mission, vision and approach in order to ensure a culture which is collaborative and multidisciplinary
At least five years at an academic medical institution
Working knowledge and understanding of research financing
Experience working with philanthropy and private foundations
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, empathy, compassion and patience
Exceptional management skills
Strong commitment to mentoring, recruiting and retaining a diverse team in a multi-cultural environment
An accessible, visible and flexible management style that inspires trust and confidence in staff to work hard and well together
A multi-tasker with the ability to respond to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Keen problem-solving skills which enable sound decision making and support long-term solutions
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
Very good written and communication skills, as well as attention to detail

Responsibilities

Lead and further build the Center’s research enterprise, including the active pursuit and submission of grants to support clinical, translational and health services research opportunities.
Oversee grants management.
Assure compliance with research administration requirements and serve as a liaison to the MSAHC grants finance and grantwriting teams.
Support recruitment of faculty whose research interests are consistent with the overall divisional/departmental research program.
Encourage faculty participation, leadership, and grant acquisition in research endeavors.
Further develop and enhance a high quality, accountable, and equitable network of mentorship for investigators and trainees.
Collaborate with faculty/staff in the Departments of Pediatrics and other Departments and Institutes to develop interdisciplinary grants (center grants, program projects, training grants) and enhance the existing research infrastructure at the MSAHC.
Serve as a liaison between the Division and other research centers and institutes across Mount Sinai.
Maintain independent grant support from the NIH, other government funders (e.g., other federal and New York State), foundation and other sources for long-term self-sustainability.
Maintain a funded research portfolio for your efforts as a Principal Investigator.
Demonstrate excellence in research, disseminate discoveries through publication in the highest quality journals and present at premiere professional meetings.
Actively participate in relevant institutional/departmental committees, contributing at both levels.
Provide research mentorship to Division junior faculty and fellows.
Support research training development.
Foster an academic environment conducive to the advancement of faculty through appropriate support, mentoring and faculty development programs.
Provide direct inpatient and/or outpatient care within our integrated, interdisciplinary Adolescent Health Center, our inpatient consultative service, and/or our school-based health centers.