Director of Texas Research Strategy & Partnerships
About The Position
The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking a dynamic, mid-career scientist to advance Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research strategy across Texas. This individual will serve as a scientific leader, convener, and connector—bringing together universities, research institutions, hospitals, and public and private partners to accelerate impactful research and effective implementation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) priorities in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association. The ideal candidate combines scientific credibility with strategic thinking, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills. They will be highly collaborative, energetic, and comfortable engaging diverse stakeholders across academic, clinical, nonprofit, and government settings. This role requires regular statewide travel to participate in meetings, convenings, and partnership-building activities.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, public health, biomedical sciences, or related field
- 5–10+ years of research, clinical research, or research administration experience
- Demonstrated experience working with academic, clinical, or research institutions
- Proven ability to build partnerships and lead cross-organizational initiatives
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Texas
Nice To Haves
- Experience with state-level research initiatives or public-private partnerships
- Familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or aging research
- Experience convening multidisciplinary stakeholders or leading collaborative networks
- Experience in nonprofit, foundation, or research funding environments
Responsibilities
- Strategy & Implementation Collaborate with Alzheimer’s Association leadership and Texas interested parties to develop and implement strategies aligned with DPRIT priorities.
- Identify and advance opportunities for collaboration with Texas institutions and the Alzheimer’s Association that accelerate dementia research, prevention, and care innovation across Texas.
- Translate scientific goals into actionable programs, partnerships, and initiatives.
- Convening & Partnership Development Convene, facilitate and participate in DPRIT related meetings, workshops, and cross-sector forums among universities, health systems, research centers, and community partners.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Texas academic investigators, institutional leaders, clinicians, and policymakers.
- Identify DPRIT/Alzheimer's Association collaborative opportunities for multi-institutional collaborations, joint proposals, and shared infrastructure.
- Serve as a trusted scientific liaison representing the Alzheimer’s Association statewide on any DPRIT related collaboration/program.
- Scientific Leadership & Advising Provide scientific insight and subject matter expertise to inform strategy, funding priorities, and program design.
- Monitor emerging trends in Alzheimer’s and dementia research and recommend innovative approaches, specifically as they relate to opportunity within DPRIT.
- Support alignment of DPRIT and/or Alzheimer’s Association research investments with community and health system needs.
- Engagement & Communication Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, funders, and community stakeholders.
- Represent the Alzheimer’s Association at conferences, institutional meetings, and statewide events.
- Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented culture among partners.
Benefits
- Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing.
- They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.
- Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
