Director, Research Programs

Rice University•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Research Programs leads and directs the various strategic, programmatic, outreach, and administrative functions for collaborative, inter-institutional programs focused on biomedical research. The Director manages the inter-institutional seed grant program and other research groups and initiatives that impact the biomedical sciences training and research community in the Houston-Galveston area. They may assist with research grant preparation and may be engaged with program deliverables, such as project management, reporting, outreach. They facilitate opportunities to collaborate across the Texas Medical Center including meetings/conferences focused on various themes in biomedical research. They oversee research program staff and interact extensively with faculty across multiple biomedical institutions. They may serve as a liaison with granting agencies and institutional partners. This position is with the Gulf Coast Consortia (GCC) organization at Rice University. The Director reports to the GCC Executive Director.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Four or more (4+) years facilitating biomedical research collaborations and managing biomedical research programs in academia or industry
Ability to develop complex and / or multiple program partnerships and potential funding sources
Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans
Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Excellent data analysis skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
Adept at problem solving, creating contingency plans and handling issues when necessary
Excellent client service orientation
Ability to lead and motivate others
Strategic skills to craft and implement project plans
Excellent attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (e.g. MS, PhD,) in a biomedical related field
Familiar with academic, biomedical research institutions in the Texas Medical Center.
Experience in planning and organizing large events

Responsibilities

Leads the development and implementation of major program(s)
Collaborates with faculty and / or staff leadership to design programs and establish long range strategic and operational plans
Oversee the operations, administration and evaluation of program
Identifies and implements program changes to ensure alignment with mission and program effectiveness
Develops and implements strategies related to outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships and fundraising / funding
May be responsible for grant preparation and submission or research administration
May teach a course, seminar or workshop
May supervise small staff (up to three full-time staff)
Performs all other duties that assigned