Director, Research Strategy & Operations

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 115,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Flexible work

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Wellness facilities

Employee recognition

Paid time off

Job summary

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking a Director of Research Strategy & Operations to lead the development and execution of institutional research initiatives in West Des Moines, IA. You will drive strategic funding opportunities, establish centers, and oversee compliance, technology transfer, and governance to grow the research enterprise.

The role requires a PhD with several years in research administration and leadership, plus experience in multidisciplinary

Qualifications

PhD in a biomedical/clinical/health/related field.
Five+ years in academic research administration or leadership.
Experience in sponsored research administration and grants management.
Experience coordinating research agreements and technology transfer.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of the institutional research strategy with key initiatives, infrastructure and metrics.
Direct research development and sponsored programs activities, including funding opportunities and grant administration.
Provide operational leadership for research centers, shared resources and strategic initiatives.
Advance external partnerships through collaborations, sponsored agreements, IP processes, and commercialization.
Support growth via budget planning, resource allocation, compliance and governance initiatives.
Supervise research administration staff and foster a high-performing, service-oriented culture.