Head of Neurodegeneration Research & Strategy

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Alzheimer's Institute seeks an Executive Director to lead translational and clinical research in memory and movement disorders. Based in Phoenix, this role reports to the Chief Research Officer and drives strategy, funding, and partnerships to advance scientific breakthroughs into clinical care.

The Executive Director will shape the Institute's scientific priorities, manage budgets, and foster collaborations with Banner Health Foundation and external partners to secure philanthropic and

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading transformational research programs.
• International reputation in memory and/or movement disorders research.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct translational and clinical memory/movement research across Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and Banner Sun Health Research Institute.
• Set strategic priorities and lead fundraising, philanthropy, and grant efforts.
• Oversee organizational structure, budgets, and regulatory compliance for research.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Grantsmanship

Stakeholder management

Education

M.D. or Ph.D.

Job description

Banner Alzheimer's Institute seeks an Executive Director to lead translational and clinical research in memory and movement disorders. Based in Phoenix, this role reports to the Chief Research Officer and drives strategy, funding, and partnerships to advance scientific breakthroughs into clinical care.

The Executive Director will shape the Institute's scientific priorities, manage budgets, and foster collaborations with Banner Health Foundation and external partners to secure philanthropic and