Director of Research Operations

4 days ago

Irvine California, United States University of California, Irvine Full time
Job Summary

The University of California, Irvine is seeking an experienced and skilled Director of Research Operations to join our team. As a key member of our research community, you will be responsible for managing and providing technical direction for complex academic and research programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and provide technical direction for complex academic and research programs
  • Direct the long-term vision and goals, policies and procedures, and manage ongoing operations of programs
  • Oversee a large research operational budget to achieve objectives
  • Recruit and retain industry leaders to partner with the research program
  • Develop and manage a membership program for industry partners
  • Oversee the administrative operations for the BraveNet collaboration
  • Lead the SSIHI Research Core team and play a crucial role in clinical trials and SSIHI's various multisite, complex research trials
  • Develop trial protocols, coordinate with clinical and research staff, and monitor the progress of ongoing trials
  • Support the Samueli Endowed Chairs research studies and research teams
Requirements
  • Academic or research background and recognized expertise in a selected area
  • Expert oral and written communication skills
  • Leadership experience in academic and/or government agencies
  • Demonstrated expertise in building collaborations between academia, industry, and/or governmental agencies
  • Expert ability to work with dynamic and diverse groups of faculty, staff, and students
  • Managerial experience and proven success in managing a complex research or academic program(s)
  • Skills in organization and customer service to effectively manage multiple important priorities
  • Advanced degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
  • Terminal degree in a related field (PhD, JD, MD, etc.)
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated expertise with program building within a leading academic institution and administrative, budgetary, human resources, and financial principles and practices
  • Strong negotiation skills and verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence/ persuade all levels of staff

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