Assistant Director, Research Partnerships

Arizona State University; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Development Manager 2 in Scottsdale to lead development events and cultivate donor relationships in support of institutional goals. This role collaborates with the Mayo Clinic, ASU Alliance for Health Care, and other health research initiatives to translate priorities into coordinated programs.

Under the Director of Knowledge Enterprise Health Partnerships, you will supervise staff, manage complex partnerships, and deliver reports and dashboards tracking

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Experience in research administration, sponsored projects, research development, higher education, health care, or related partnership environments.
• Experience designing, managing, evaluating, or improving complex programs involving multiple organizations and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of collaborative research agreements, competitive funding programs, university research processes, or research partnership development.
• Experience building strong professional relationships through collaboration and influence in a complex organization.
• Experience supervising, coaching, coordinating, or prioritizing the work of others.
• Experience using data, metrics, dashboards, or reporting tools to monitor activity and outcomes.
• Evidence of strong judgment, initiative, communication, relationship management, project management, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategies for assigned health research partnerships and collaborative programs.
• Manages day-to-day activities for research relationships including Mayo Clinic alliance.
• Builds relationships with faculty, researchers, clinicians, and external partners.
• Identifies strengths and connects with partner needs, funding opportunities.
• Leads planning, administration, execution, and evaluation of programs and funding initiatives.
• Prepares reports, dashboards, and briefings on activity and outcomes.
• Coordinates activities across ASU units and partners for compliance and timely execution.
• Supervises staff and provides coaching as assigned.
• Plans, designs, and executes projects as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

People management

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Job Profile

Development Manager 2

Job Family

Development

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Creates development events and cultivates donor relationships to support institutional development goals.

Position Salary Range

$78,000 - $100,000 per year; DOE

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director, Knowledge Enterprise Health Partnerships, the Assistant Director manages and advances collaborative research partnerships and programs across the Knowledge Enterprise health portfolio. The position works closely with unit leadership, the broader ASU research enterprise, faculty, administrators, health organizations, and other external partners to develop relationships, identify opportunities, coordinate complex program activities, and track outcomes. The position supports the Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University Alliance for Health Care and other assigned health research partnerships.

The Assistant Director translates institutional and partner priorities into coordinated activities and work plans, develops and sustains working relationships, identifies research collaboration opportunities, and supports effective program execution. Exercises independent judgment within assigned responsibilities and may supervise staff as assigned by the Director.

Essential Duties

• Works with unit leadership to develop and execute strategies for assigned health research partnerships and collaborative programs.
• Manages day-to-day activities for assigned research relationships, including the Mayo Clinic and ASU Alliance for Health Care and other strategic health partners.
• Develops strong relationships and regular channels of communication with faculty, researchers, clinicians, research administrators, institutional leaders, sponsoring organizations, and external partners.
• Identifies ASU strengths and capabilities and connects them with partner needs, research priorities, funding opportunities, and areas of complementary expertise.
• Leads the planning, administration, execution, and evaluation of collaborative research programs, competitive funding initiatives, faculty engagement activities, and related partnership efforts.
• Develops and maintains program work plans, timelines, procedures, communications, records, and reporting tools in accordance with established priorities and specifications.
• Coordinates activities across ASU units and partner organizations to promote efficient execution, compliance with applicable requirements, and timely issue resolution.
• Prepares periodic reports, dashboards, briefings, recommendations, and other materials on program activity, outcomes, opportunities, risks, and institutional impact.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and recommends new or improved methods, processes, tools, and approaches.
• Identifies and communicates issues early enough to be addressed and elevates matters requiring broader strategic alignment, institutional authority, significant commitments, or senior leadership direction.
• Represents assigned programs and partnerships at meetings, conferences, and other internal or external engagements.
• Supervises staff, assigns work, provides coaching, and reviews performance or work products as assigned by the Director.
• Plans, designs, and executes projects and other duties as assigned by leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Experience in research administration, sponsored projects, research development, higher education, health care, or related partnership environments.
• Experience designing, managing, evaluating, or improving complex programs involving multiple organizations and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of collaborative research agreements, competitive funding programs, university research processes, or research partnership development.
• Experience building strong professional relationships through collaboration and influence in a complex organization.
• Experience supervising, coaching, coordinating, or prioritizing the work of others.
• Experience using data, metrics, dashboards, or reporting tools to monitor activity and outcomes.
• Evidence of strong judgment, initiative, communication, relationship management, project management, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

Working Environment

• Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone, and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel and work outside standard business hours may be required for meetings, events, and partner activities.

Department Statement

Corporate Engagement & Strategic Partnerships (CESP) is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. On behalf of Arizona State University, CESP develops customized partnerships with companies of all sizes by providing business solutions tailored to a company’s unique needs. As an institution committed to excellence, access, and impact, we contribute to the well-being of our community by connecting private industry, local governments, and community leaders to ASU’s resources and assets. ASU is where strategic industry partners like Starbucks, adidas, and Mayo Clinic go to hire next-generation innovators, collaborate on pioneering research, and advance entrepreneurship and economic development. As a team, we foster a culture of curiosity and collaboration that enables us to achieve at the highest levels. We adapt and grow alongside our partners, sharing knowledge and welcoming collaboration to create lasting impact and forge meaningful connections that benefit all.

Driving Requirement

Driving is not required for this position.

Location

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Funding

Grant Funded

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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