Senior Research Admin Transition Strategist

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s College of Medicine invites applications for a part-time academic (non-exempt) Senior Advisor for Research Administration and Transition. The role provides strategic counsel and onboarding support to ensure smooth leadership transition for the Associate Dean of Research Administration.

Responsibilities include preserving continuity, advising on partnerships, and guiding complex matters such as faculty development, proposal support, compliance, and organizational

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Associate Dean for Research Administration or equivalent senior leadership.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Penn State College of Medicine, Penn State University, and Penn State Health research enterprise.
• Thorough knowledge of institutional research policies, procedures, and external funding environments.
• 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 faculty, trainees, and students during leadership transition.
• Advise on stakeholder relationships and internal/external partnerships.
• Offer guidance on complex research matters including faculty development and compliance.
• Assist with evaluating ongoing initiatives during the transition period.
• Undertake special assignments related to research strategy and organizational development.
• Serve as the Institutional Official for the IACUC.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Job description

Penn State University’s College of Medicine invites applications for a part-time academic (non-exempt) Senior Advisor for Research Administration and Transition. The role provides strategic counsel and onboarding support to ensure smooth leadership transition for the Associate Dean of Research Administration.

Responsibilities include preserving continuity, advising on partnerships, and guiding complex matters such as faculty development, proposal support, compliance, and organizational