Remote Texas Research Strategy & Partnerships Director

Amber Kinetics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 6%

Job summary

The Alzheimer’s Association seeks a dynamic, mid to senior career scientist to lead dementia research strategy across Texas, acting as a scientific leader, convener, and connector among universities, hospitals, and partners. Regular statewide travel will be required to participate in meetings and partnerships.

The role emphasizes translating scientific goals into actionable programs, advising on funding priorities, and communicating complex science to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, public health, biomedical sciences, or a related field required.
• 7–10+ years of research, clinical research, or research administration experience in neurosciences, preferably neurodegenerative diseases.
• Experience working with academic, biotech, clinical, or research institutions on collaborative strategies and program implementation/activation.
• Proven ability to build partnerships and lead cross-organizational initiatives.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Texas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies aligned with DPRIT and Alzheimer’s Association priorities.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration with Texas institutions to accelerate dementia research, prevention, and care innovation.
• Translate scientific goals into actionable programs, partnerships, and initiatives.
• Convene, facilitate and participate in health science related meetings, workshops, and cross-sector forums across Texas.
• Build relationships with Texas health sciences community, including researchers, institutional leaders, biotech, clinicians, and policymakers.
• Identify collaborative opportunities for multi-institutional proposals and shared infrastructure and implement these opportunities.
• Serve as a scientific liaison representing the Alzheimer’s Association statewide on health sciences collaboration/programs.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

PhD in neuroscience

MD with research experience

Job description

The Alzheimer’s Association seeks a dynamic, mid to senior career scientist to lead dementia research strategy across Texas, acting as a scientific leader, convener, and connector among universities, hospitals, and partners. Regular statewide travel will be required to participate in meetings and partnerships.

The role emphasizes translating scientific goals into actionable programs, advising on funding priorities, and communicating complex science to diverse audiences.