Research Scientific Program Director, Department of Pediatrics

4 months ago

Charlottesville, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
The University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics , invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director.

This role will play a pivotal part in establishing and executing a growth oriented research infrastructure, spanning basic science to translational research. We are seeking an innovative leader deeply committed to research, with exceptional project management skills, and a talent for fostering collaboration across diverse teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in designing and implementing multifaceted research programs, securing funding, and catalyzing collaboration and innovation. Reporting directly to the Vice Chair for Research within the Department of Pediatrics, the Research Program Scientific Director will collaborate closely with the Chair, Chief Operating Officer, Research Program Financial Director, faculty, and stakeholders to shape the future of pediatric research at UVA.

For insights into the mission of the UVA Department of Pediatrics and the UVA Children’s Hospital, please visit:

The successful candidate will be expected to:
Collaborate with leaders to develop a comprehensive research strategy for the Department.
Work collaboratively to implement the Department's overarching research strategic vision.
Develop a recruitment strategy to enhance Departmental research by leveraging the strengths of new recruits, aiming to bolster Departmental NIH and other sponsored funding.
Establish and maintain mechanisms to reduce silos across the Department.
Work closely with the Vice Chair for Research and faculty to provide support during funding bridges, ensuring smooth coordination and assistance.
Oversee laboratory renovations in collaboration with divisional administrative resources.
Collaborate on efficient management of space allocations.
Ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations are integrated into hiring plans.
Contribute to the Department's social media presence related to its research mission.
Additionally, undertake other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience.
Experience: At least seven years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
PhD with at least five years of relevant experience.

This position is a restricted. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

Physical Demands :

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA

To Apply:

Please apply through Careers at UVA , and search for R0057847 .

Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs" and search for R0057847 .

Complete an application online with the following documents:
CV
Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Yelena Markazyan, Academic Recruiter at

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see and

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

  • Research Scientific Program Director, Department of Pediatrics

    2 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe University of Virginia's School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a comprehensive research strategy for the Department of Pediatrics.Collaborate with leaders to implement the Department's research strategic...

  • Research Scientific Program Director

    6 days ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job Opportunity: Research Scientific Program DirectorThe University of Virginia's School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director. This role will play a pivotal part in establishing and executing a growth-oriented research infrastructure, spanning basic science to...

  • Research Scientific Program Director

    32 minutes ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job Title: Research Scientific Program DirectorThe University of Virginia's School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director.Job Summary:This role will play a pivotal part in establishing and executing a growth-oriented research infrastructure, spanning basic science to...

  • Research Scientific Program Director

    7 days ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe University of Virginia's School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director. This role will play a pivotal part in establishing and executing a growth-oriented research infrastructure, spanning basic science to translational research.Key...

  • UVA Pediatrics Division Director

    1 day ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States UVA School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics Full time

    Division Director of General PediatricsThe University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of General Pediatrics invite applications for Division Director of General Pediatrics. This position may be tenure-eligible depending on the candidate's credentials.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate clinical, academic, and research activities.Develop and...

  • Lab and Research Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States University of Virginia Full time

    About the PositionThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia's School of Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the role of Lab and Research Technician. This position will be responsible for carrying out research studies and assisting in experiments for the Infectious Diseases Division in the laboratory of Prof....

  • Associate Researcher in Pediatric Pathogenesis

    3 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual for the role of Postdoctoral Research Associate within the Child Health Research Center, situated in the Department of Pediatrics. This role involves conducting advanced research under the guidance of Dr. Araceli Santiago, focusing on the intricate mechanisms of...

  • UVA School of Medicine

    4 months ago

    Charlottesville, United States UVA Health System Full time

    UVA General Pediatrics Division Director The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of General Pediatrics invite applications for Division Director of General Pediatrics. Academic pediatric generalists at the rank of Associate or Full Professor are encouraged to apply. This position may be tenure-eligible depending on the candidate’s...

  • Lab and Research Technician, Department of Pediatrics, Zeichner Lab

    4 months ago

    Charlottesville, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia’s School of Medicine seeks applicants for a Lab and Research Technician 1 or 2. The position carries out research studies and assists in experiments for the Infectious Diseases Division the laboratory of Prof. Steven Zeichner, MD, PhD . The goal of the lab is to study infectious disease...

  • Research Associate, Department of Pediatrics

    4 months ago

    Charlottesville, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia’s (VA) School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a Post Doctoral Research Associate. This is a position primarily focused on planning and performing research tasks. This position will support the research of Carrie Cowardin, PhD focusing on understanding the maternal and child gut microbiome...

  • Research Associate, Department of Pediatrics

    7 days ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team at the University of Virginia's Department of Pediatrics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge research project focused on understanding the maternal and child gut microbiome in early life growth and...

  • Clinical Research Coordinator, Varying Levels, Department of Pediatrics

    4 days ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting clinical research efforts, working closely with faculty, advanced practice providers, and staff to conduct National Institute of Health (NIH),...

  • Research Fellow in Pediatric Microbiology

    3 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Postdoctoral Research Associate within the Child Health Research Center, part of the Department of Pediatrics. This position involves conducting advanced research under the guidance of Dr. Araceli Santiago, focusing on the intricate mechanisms of ANR (AraC...

  • Research Program Director

    2 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Research Manager to join our team at the Commonwealth of Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, developing, managing, and directing an overall clinical research program.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the management of clinical research staff, including hiring,...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate, Child Health Research Center, Department of Pediatrics

    4 months ago

    Charlottesville, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Child Health Research Center ( About - Child Health Research Center (virginia.edu) in The Department of Pediatrics, University of Virginia’s School of Medicine, seeks applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate . The position carries out research studies in the laboratory of Dr. Araceli Santiago in the Child Health Research Center (CHRC). Dr....

  • Scientific Web Developer for Computational Biology Research

    6 days ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    About the PositionThe Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Virginia seeks a skilled Scientific Web Developer to join our computational biology research group. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in developing front-end web applications using modern technologies such as React, JavaScript, and...

  • Clinical Research Coordinator, Varying Levels, Department of Pediatrics

    4 months ago

    Charlottesville, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    The Department of Pediatrics in the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine is seeking candidates for a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), licensed or non-licensed, at experience levels CRC 2 through CRC 4. The CRC will support clinical research efforts for the Pediatrics Department Chair as well as other divisions across the Department as...

  • Scientific Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research Associate/Laboratory Specialist to join our team at the University of Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for research projects, conducting complex scientific experiments, and performing administrative and logistical tasks.Key...

  • Developmental Pediatrician

    20 hours ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Virginia Jobs Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Developmental Pediatrician to join our team at the University of Virginia's Department of Pediatrics. As a key member of our Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics division, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care, advancing our research initiatives, and contributing to the...

  • Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Senior Clinical Research Coordinator within the Department of Pediatrics. This position is designed for an experienced professional who will take on a leadership role within a vibrant research team dedicated to advancing pediatric health through clinical...