Senior Advisor, Research Admin & Transition

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Medicine at Penn State University invites applications for a part-time Associate Professor role, Senior Advisor for Research Administration and Transition. The position provides strategic counsel and transition support to assure a seamless onboarding of the new Associate Dean for Research Administration.

The Senior Advisor will onboard and mentor the incoming dean, facilitate transfer of institutional knowledge on research policies, compliance, and faculty support, and ensure

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Associate Dean for Research Administration or equivalent senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of research administration, policies, and compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide onboarding and mentoring support to the incoming Associate Dean for Research Administration.
• Facilitate transfer of institutional knowledge and best practices in research administration.
• Ensure continuity of support for research faculty, trainees, and students during leadership transition.
• Advise on stakeholder relationships and internal/external partnerships.
• Provide guidance on complex research administration matters including proposal support and compliance.
• Assist with evaluation and prioritization of ongoing initiatives during transition.
• Undertake special assignments related to research strategy and organizational development.
• Serve as Institutional Official for the IACUC.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic advisory

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

The College of Medicine at Penn State University invites applications for a part-time Associate Professor role, Senior Advisor for Research Administration and Transition. The position provides strategic counsel and transition support to assure a seamless onboarding of the new Associate Dean for Research Administration.

The Senior Advisor will onboard and mentor the incoming dean, facilitate transfer of institutional knowledge on research policies, compliance, and faculty support, and ensure