Visible Heart Lab Director

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary leader to direct the Visible Heart Laboratories, a premier research center. This role involves advancing the mission through innovative research, education, and outreach. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical devices and physiology, along with proven leadership skills. You will lead pre-clinical research, teach courses, and mentor the next generation of professionals. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving healthcare through engineering and medicine in a vibrant metropolitan area.

Benefits

Health plans

Retirement benefits

Tuition benefits

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or DVM required; expertise in human physiology or related fields.
• Experience in pre-clinical research and leadership in medical technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-clinical research projects and maintain contracts with Medtronic.
• Teach courses and mentor students in physiology and medical device design.

Skills

Leadership in medical technology innovation

Collaboration skills

Mentoring skills

Expertise in human physiology

Ability to secure funding

Education

PhD

MD

DVM

Job description

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Job ID: 357151

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Academic

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 9362

Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

The Institute for Engineering in Medicine at the University of Minnesota invites nominations and applications for the next Director of the Visible Heart Laboratories, a world-class translational research and education center at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. The next Director will further the mission of the Visible Heart Laboratories and the Institute for Engineering in Medicine through its Professional Education and Outreach pillar.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and visionary leader with significant career accomplishments in medical devices, cardiovascular physiology, cardiac engineering, or related fields. Applications are welcome from individuals with academic, industry, or government experience; they are also welcome from those within and without the University of Minnesota system.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow the VHL research contract with Medtronic.
• Lead ongoing pre-clinical research projects.
• Develop new research opportunities aligned with VHL's mission.
• Teach courses related to physiology and medical device design.
• Mentor students and trainees.
• Oversee VHL programs and strategic planning.
• Manage VHL's financial planning and sustainability.
• Expand stakeholder engagement and develop outreach strategies.
• Seek new sponsored research opportunities.
• Collaborate with the IEM PEO leadership team to connect clinicians and engineers.

Qualifications

Required: PhD, MD, or DVM; expertise in human physiology or related fields; experience in pre-clinical research; leadership in medical technology innovation; ability to secure funding; mentoring skills; excellent collaboration skills; commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Preferred: Distinguished scholarly record; research in cardiovascular physiology; experience with large animal models.

About the Department

The Institute for Engineering in Medicine (IEM) at the University of Minnesota promotes collaboration between engineering and medicine to advance healthcare through research and education.

Pay and Benefits

Salary range: $75,000-$150,000, depending on qualifications. Benefits include health plans, retirement, tuition benefits, and more. Visit the University HR website for details.

How To Apply

Apply online by submitting your application, cover letter, and resume. Additional documents can be uploaded later. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call (612) 624-UOHR.

Diversity

The University values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a background check. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, is a leading public research university offering diverse opportunities for study and research, located in a vibrant metropolitan area.