Director, Immunology & Transplantation Science

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) invites applications for the Director, DAIT, a senior leadership role reporting to the NIAID Director. The Director provides scientific vision, strategic leadership, and executive oversight of DAIT's programs, budget, staff, and portfolio including extramural research, clinical trials, and regulatory alignment.

The successful candidate will guide immunology and transplant initiatives, build partnerships, and ensure DAIT's mission

Qualifications

• MD or doctoral degree in immunology or related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of advanced principles in immunology and DAIT mission areas.
• Ability to lead staff and manage a broad biomedical research program.
• Experience with supervision, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Understanding of clinical trials, product development, and regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific vision and strategic leadership for DAIT.
• Oversee program planning, resource allocation, and evaluation.
• Represent DAIT and NIAID with NIH ICs, agencies, and partners.
• Manage annual budget and staff, oversee grants/contracts portfolio.
• Foster collaborations to advance immune-mediated disease research.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Strategic leadership

Scientific vision

Program management

Education

MD or PhD in immunology or related field

Job description

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) invites applications for the Director, DAIT, a senior leadership role reporting to the NIAID Director. The Director provides scientific vision, strategic leadership, and executive oversight of DAIT's programs, budget, staff, and portfolio including extramural research, clinical trials, and regulatory alignment.

The successful candidate will guide immunology and transplant initiatives, build partnerships, and ensure DAIT's mission