Director of Research

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsEssential FunctionsThe Director of Research must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, accuracy, sensitivity, discretion, good judgment, and diplomacy. The work involves strategic thinking and the use of exceptional written and verbal communication skills, technical computer applications and administrative support. The work requires extensive experience in research methodology and application of quantitative and qualitative analytics as well as using mixed methods approaches to solving research problems.The individual will work in cooperation with the research team to facilitate collaboration across the LFA, with vendors, external partners and other key stakeholders. This individual must also be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing staff.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include:Lupus AIM: Working closely with the VP of Research, the Director will manage LFA’s Lupus AIM (Addressing health Inequities in Minorities) program, the first comprehensive study on health disparities in lupus. This involves working with our project partners and advisory panel and overseeing potential follow‑on solutions identified in the study that will help drive future programming focused on eliminating racial and ethnic disparities associated with the social determinants of health.Research Accelerated by You (RAY): The Director will support the Research Department in RAY registry operations and business development. The Director will leverage new and existing relationships with partners to enhance data collection and analysis, support the process for developing reports and publications originating from the RAY registry, and work with researchers and drug developers to enhance lupus science based on data from RAY.Advancing Lupus Pillars for Healthcare Advancement (ALPHA): The Director will manage the ALPHA project by working with the international lupus community and thought leaders in research, clinical practice, biopharmaceutical industry, government, and patient advocacy organizations. Specifically, the Director will:Oversee qualitative and quantitative research initiatives focused on the development of an evidence‑based, patient‑informed shared decision‑making tool for lupusPlan and conceptualize activities related to the dissemination, implementation, and evaluation of the shared decision‑making toolLead teams of internal staff and external consultants to achieve project milestonesProvide methodological and subject matter expertise to inform the development of a robust evidence base through literature reviews and focus group activitiesCoordinate activities related to the project’s Global Advisory Committee including regular meetings and updatesPatient Engagement Research: The Director will work closely with the VP of Research to conceptualize and implement new programs and initiatives related to patient engagement research deemed a priority for the Foundation. Specifically, the Director will:Leverage new and existing relationships with industry partners to design, develop, and oversee research collaborations focused on capturing "patient voice" across the clinical research continuumProvide high‑level methodological expertise on a range of qualitative and mixed method projects involving focus groups, interviews, surveys, and/or consensus methods (e.g., Delphi)Conduct landscape analyses and literature reviews to inform the Foundation’s research and evaluation activitiesManage Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, including drafting IRB protocols, overseeing IRB submissions, and ensuring compliance with ethical research standardsMaintain familiarity with emergent health policy and research priorities including FDA’s patient‑focused drug development (PFDD) initiatives, Real‑World Evidence program, and patient‑centered research efforts, and assist in policy development related to these and other LFA regulatory initiativesCollaborate with LFA staff in the preparation of grant applications and other funding requests across a range of government, nonprofit, and industry organizations and opportunitiesPrepare articles for publication in peer‑reviewed journals and posters for presentation at scientific conferences such as the American College of Rheumatology’s Convergence Meeting and other relevant meetingsSupport the development of needs assessments and other survey work as organizational needs arise #J-18808-Ljbffr