Regional Director of Research and Development

3 weeks ago


Pleasanton, Kansas, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time
Job Summary:
The Regional Director of Research and Development at Kaiser Permanente leads one of the largest research centers in the country, overseeing an expansive research portfolio with over $130 million in federal, state, industry, and institutionally funded research. This includes epidemiology, delivery science, clinical trials, social and health-related disparities, patient-centered outcomes, and other topics. The Director is responsible for overseeing a large multidisciplinary team of over 800 research professionals and investigators, as well as informational technology, operational, and administrative team members. The Division manages a research clinic for clinical examination and biospecimen collection to support cohort studies, case-control studies, clinical trials, and a collaborative genomics research program. The Director provides overall scientific and administrative leadership and vision, working with other executives to plan, support, and execute this vision.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Sustain, nurture, and expand an internationally recognized center of excellence in discovery and health research.
  • Provide strategic vision and leadership, operational and administrative oversight of research activities, including grant/contract submission, research activities, and report writing and publications.
  • Mentor the investigator community and attract and retain top-caliber scientists.
  • Set the strategic research direction of the Division, strengthening relationships with key funding partners, including federal agencies.
  • Collaborate across the region with Medical Group and Kaiser Permanente leadership to develop, communicate, and disseminate research results within and outside the organization.
Requirements:
  • Minimum seven years of research experience involving human subjects in areas such as health services research, translational research, program evaluation, epidemiology, preventive services, health policy, clinical trials, and/or other related research areas.
  • Minimum seven years of experience in management and leadership positions with or without direct reports, including experience in administration, budget oversight, human resources management, liaison activities, and strategic leadership.
  • Advanced degree (PhD, MD) in a related field (human behavior, medicine, health services, pharmacy, behavioral science, health policy, or related field).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of or experience within managed care and healthcare settings.
  • Broad knowledge of grants and contracts administration and the research regulatory environment.
  • Knowledgeable of federal law and regulations governing research involving human subjects.
  • Substantial experience and success leading multidisciplinary groups of scientists.
  • Advanced training in research methods, statistics, and a health-related field.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of a complex, multi-regional research organization.
  • Ability to work in a Labor/Market Partnership environment.
  • Demonstrated experience communicating with scientific, non-scientific, and business professionals via various media formats.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

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