Director of Translational Health Research

6 days ago


Grand Rapids, United States Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom Full time

Job Title: Director of Translational Health Research Center

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Salary: $140k-$220k (DOE)


Kelly Services® is proud to offer an outstanding Direct Hire opportunity for a Director of Translational Health Research Center at a leading research institution in West Michigan.


Job Description Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Scientist or Engineer to lead a translational health research center. The Director will drive the growth of a nationally recognized research hub by fostering collaborations with industry, researchers, and clinicians, while also building a strong externally funded research program. The ideal candidate will focus on computational health research in areas like bioinformatics, AI, and data analytics.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead an externally funded research program.
  • Collaborate with healthcare entities and academic institutions.
  • Provide oversight and leadership for the center.
  • Maintain a safe, compliant lab environment.
  • Participate in key conferences and meetings, with occasional travel.


Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or M.D. in a health-related field (e.g., biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry).
  • Qualified to serve as a principal investigator on federal research grants.
  • Proven experience in securing and managing federal grants.
  • Strong research background and interdisciplinary team leadership skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience as a director or administrator of a research center.
  • Familiarity with grant platforms (e.g., NIH ASSIST, FastLane).
  • Experience with institutional review boards (IRB, IACUC).


This full-time role offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and educational assistance.


APPLY NOW for immediate consideration and take the next step in your research leadership career



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