Director of Research Outreach

1 day ago


Pomona CA United States Western University of Health Sciences Full time
Director of Research Outreach & Programs Analyst

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Function: Biomedical Sciences

Family: Research

Classification Series Title: Director

Full Salary Range: Minimum: $75,000.00, Maximum: $77,000.00

Posting Number: A00692

Position Title: Director of Research Outreach & Programs Analyst

Campus: Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Department: 1309-Research and Biotechnology

Type of Position: Administration

Job Summary

Develop and direct the new Office of Research Outreach. Create speeches and remarks for the Senior Vice President for Research & Biotechnology (SVPRB) and provide data and visual material for other members of the Research Office Leadership Team. Identify new regulatory requirements and legislative trends affecting the research enterprise by mining databases, federal agency websites, and professional organizations (COGR, AAAS, NIH, NSF, HRSA, etc.).

Manage content of announcements and newsletters on behalf of SVPRB, updating faculty and the research community about upcoming major initiatives, new research-related regulatory requirements, funding opportunities, events, etc.

Archive messaging and maintain an organized record of all communication and marketing materials of the Research Office.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Exemplary writing and editing skills.
  • Ability to work strategically with individuals at the highest levels of the organization.
  • Ability to distill complex information into impactful writing for various audiences.
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines and multiple projects using effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively interact with others and work in a team environment.
  • Ability to be persuasive, negotiate, and collaborate with individuals at all levels.
  • Ability to self-identify problems and recommend workable solutions in a timely fashion.
  • Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse membership, employees, and/or vendors in a clear and precise manner.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to provide service excellence by building relationships, being resourceful, responsive, and respectful.
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Communications or Journalism, JD, or related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in advocacy, law, public or media relations or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience successfully writing.
Preferred Qualifications

Work hours: Monday to Friday; 40 hours per week

Job Duties
  • Develop and direct the new Office of Research Outreach by monitoring incoming undergraduate and high-school students, relative applications, required training, regulatory requirements, etc.
  • Lead the development and drafting of impactful speeches, townhalls, and other remarks for SVPRB and members of the Research Office leadership team.
  • Develop, draft, and support the placement of timely and compelling op-eds on pressing association priorities at influential media outlets.
  • Develop and edit a regular Newsletter from the SVPRB’s office addressing the entire university research community.
  • Determine and develop message tracks related to major research initiatives, new regulatory requirements from federal agencies, granting agencies, and legislators.
  • Manage Research platforms (OpenScholar, BioRender, SPINplus, etc.) to assist faculty in opening accounts, monitor user activities, and collect metrics for data-driven decision making.
  • Lead the development of compelling external-facing products including fact sheets, talking points, background briefing papers, and website content on priority topics.
  • Assess effectiveness and efficiency of research-related policies and programs by analyzing data, providing regular reports, ensuring compliance to guidelines, and monitoring budgets.
  • Build and maintain a record of written messages and materials from the Office of Research.
Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Recommendation #1
  • Letter of Recommendation #2
  • Letter of Recommendation #3
Optional Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Additional Applicant Document
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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