Assistant/Associate Dean of Research

The Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an exceptional leader to join the Dell Medical School as the Assistant/Associate Dean of Research.  Successful applicants will be eligible for appointment at the Assistant Professor level or higher. 

JOB SUMMARY

Approximately 50% of this position will oversee and manage the Office of Research Management, provide liaison support to Dell Med research partners, and develop and provide analytic oversight and capabilities to evaluate the Dell Med research mission and help drive strategic initiatives. The individual will report to and work closely with the Vice Dean of Research.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Office of Research Management.
• Assist domain leaders in coordinating and accelerating research goals across the enterprise.
• Oversee creation of research dashboards and analytics to propel data-driven planning and growth.
• When necessary, define and develop efficient, cost-effective, customer-focused units to serve research needs in the institution.
• Work with departments to build integrated research infrastructure and programs that provide shared benefits, and encourages collaboration, alignment and sustainability.
• Develop business models for research services, identifying innovative opportunities for reimbursement and cost-recovery. Lead efforts to identify and apply for research-enhancing infrastructure grants and other funding sources.
• Contribute to the growth of the medical school, design of innovative models for partnering with industry, community and public entities, and programs to support research training.

The remaining 50% effort will be as a faculty member in a Dell Medical School academic department including maintaining an externally funded research program and (if applicable) providing clinical care within our medical partnerships. The individual will be jointly recruited by the sponsoring department and the Vice Dean of Research. 

The position will report to the Vice Dean of Research (Dr. Steve Strakowski).

Reports to the position include Assistant Director of Project Management, Director of Sponsored Projects, and Director of Research Quality and Regulatory Affairs.