Strategic Director of Research Partnerships

9 hours ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States DaVita Full time
About EAB

EAB is a leading provider of data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities to institutions of higher education. Our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with over 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities.

The Role

We are seeking a Managing Director of Research Partnerships to lead our Research division's partner-facing efforts. This role will be responsible for maximizing the value partners derive from EAB's Research portfolio by advising on critical institutional priorities and driving partner outcomes. The successful candidate will have a strong background in higher education research and a proven track record of building and managing relationships with senior-level executives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deploy an existing and ever-growing understanding of key industry issues and how EAB helps partners set and execute strategy in areas like institutional strategy, finance and admin, academic innovation, student success and experience, enrollment growth, research enterprise, and talent strategy.
  • Leverage EAB's insights, best practices, tools, and data to help partners make decisions and implement best practices, bringing clarity and context to their understanding of their challenges.
  • Present partners with new ideas and potential solutions to those challenges aligned to EAB offerings, and advocate for adoption.
  • Act as an expert outside voice, building consensus among senior executives to help drive priorities forward.
  • Adjust, supplement, and/or reframe research content as needed to drive adoption of offerings for different audiences.
  • Share partner and market intelligence to foster a more collaborative and connected service approach and inform research and product roadmaps, services, engagement opportunities and execution; identify opportunities for sub-segment convenings to tackle urgent and important partner challenges.
  • Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of broader EAB offerings (e.g., Technology and Enroll360 products).
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College/University.
  • Proven record of professional success.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior executives, both spoken and written.
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of higher education subject matter.
  • Excellent relationship building and collaboration skills; ability to build relationships with and engage and challenge senior-level executives.
What We Offer

EAB offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, 20+ days of PTO annually, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary company matching contribution.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the higher education sector, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].



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