Senior Director, Translational Research & Strategic Partnerships

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical & Translational Research (VICTR) within Vanderbilt University Medical Center seeks a Sr. Director to provide high-visibility, high-impact leadership aligned with strategic objectives.

The role integrates and manages activities across clinical/translational science to improve health and health equity. The position requires experience in clinical/translational research, strong leadership, and ability to coordinate multi-site initiatives with diverse stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of progressively responsible experience in a clinical/translational research setting.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic operational execution and optimize efficiency across activities.
• Advocate for Vanderbilt Health as sponsor for clinical trials and pursue enterprise partnerships.
• Serve as primary point of contact with sponsors for requests and issue resolution.
• Ensure budget, regulatory compliance, quality management and cross-site coordination.
• Coordinate Joint Steering Committee meetings and track decisions and actions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

People Management

Budget & Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical & Translational Research (VICTR) within Vanderbilt University Medical Center seeks a Sr. Director to provide high-visibility, high-impact leadership aligned with strategic objectives.

The role integrates and manages activities across clinical/translational science to improve health and health equity. The position requires experience in clinical/translational research, strong leadership, and ability to coordinate multi-site initiatives with diverse stakeholders