Director, Rehab Research SCI Division - TIRR

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation Research to establish clinical research strategies and improve patient outcomes at TIRR. The role involves leading research programs, collaborating with various stakeholders, and securing funding to advance research efforts.

Qualified candidates should have a Medical Doctorate or PhD, seven years of relevant experience, and a strong background in strategic research leadership and grant development.

Qualifications

• Seven years of administrative experience as a program director or principal investigator.
• Knowledge of funding sources for rehabilitation research.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rehabilitation research enterprise at TIRR Memorial Hermann.
• Advise the TIRR CEO on research matters.
• Develop major research initiatives and secure funding.

Skills

Strategic research leadership

Federal grant development

Clinical and translational research

Team leadership

Research design

Budget management

Education

Medical Doctorate or Doctor of Philosophy

Job description

Job Summary

The Director of Rehabilitation Research will direct the ongoing clinical research programs at TIRR Memorial Hermann, establishing the strategic plan for clinical research at TIRR to achieve national prominence, improve patient outcomes, employee morale, and financial viability. The Director will lead the activities of the TIRR Research Council and TIRR Research Committee, advise the TIRR CEO on research matters, assist with investigator and physician recruitment, and collaborate with Memorial Hermann Foundation staff to support fundraising for research programs. The Director will maintain an active program of rehabilitation research, collaborate with other TIRR researchers, build new collaborative relationships, and lead the Spinal Cord Injury Division’s research program while mentoring investigators and research staff, securing external funding, and advancing rehabilitation science.

Desired Skill Set

• Strategic research leadership
• Federal grant development and funding strategy
• Scientific program and portfolio management
• Team leadership, mentorship, and investigator development
• Cross-functional collaboration and partnership building
• Clinical and translational research
• Research design, data analysis, and scientific publication
• Executive communication and stakeholder engagement
• Strategic planning and organizational development
• Budget and resource management

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Medical Doctorate or Doctor of Philosophy
• Licenses/Certifications: None
• Experience: Seven (7) years of previous administrative experience as a program director, department head, or principal investigator
• Knowledge of funding sources for rehabilitation research
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships

Principal Accountabilities

• Lead the rehabilitation research enterprise at TIRR Memorial Hermann.
• Develop and implement short- and long-range research vision and planning.
• Advise the TIRR CEO on research matters.
• Promote and represent TIRR’s mission to high-profile public and private agencies, institutions, and professional organizations.
• Maintain existing research collaborations and develop new ones.
• Support research activities of TIRR investigators and clinical staff.
• Maintain an active program of rehabilitation research.
• Develop major research initiatives and secure funding sources for rehabilitation research.
• Assist with fundraising to support research at TIRR.
• Undertake additional assignments in research and/or clinical affairs at the discretion of the TIRR CEO.
• Promote individual professional growth and development by meeting mandatory/continuing education requirements, skills competency, and supporting department-based goals; serve as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Work with senior leadership to stimulate participation in activities encouraging interaction between TIRR, affiliated faculty, and community partners.
• Demonstrate a strong customer service orientation and commitment in staff supportive of investigators.
• Adhere to MHHS and TIRR policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.
• Direct related projects as needed.
• Ensure safe care to patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.
• Demonstrate commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Model Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.