director of research center

New York University

<div>Position Summary:
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Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</b></div><div></div><p><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Center Manager for Public Health Research Center reporting to the Center Director for Public Health Research Center.</p><p><br>
</p><p>The Public Health Research Center Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative processes to support the center&rsquo;s Director, Associate Director, research team, and admin staff members. This position will primarily report to the PHRC Director, but will closely work in collaboration with the Associate Director, and on occasions, the Assistant Director. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced collaborative environment, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence in administrative management and communications.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p></p><p><i><br>
Administrative Overview</i></p><ul><li>
Assist Senior Leadership (Director and Associate Director) in day-to-day operations of the center</li><li>
Lead and oversee administrative work, ensuring efficient execution of tasks and adherence to established protocols</li><li>
Develop and implement administrative procedures to support the needs of the team (PI, Co-PIs, Researchers, admin staff, etc.), streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency</li><li>
Implement admin data collection, and maintain new archiving system for efficient and timely production of various reports</li><li>
Manage personal and shared calendars</li><li>
Maintain a well-organized and productive work environment</li></ul><p>
 <i>Finance / Grants and Funding Administration
</i></p><ul><li>Coordinate grant-related administrative tasks, such as budget management and reporting requirements. Where applicable, assist with the preparation and submission of grant proposals and funding applications</li><li>
In collaboration with Procurement, manage and negotiate collaborators agreement contracts</li><li>
Oversee purchasing needs (administrative and clinical), expenses reimbursement for the center&rsquo;s personnel</li><li>
Process honoraria and other budget and expenses for the center</li><li>
Review expenses and invoices for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and report results to the Director and Associate Director</li><li>
Assigned as Associate Director&rsquo;s delegate in Concur; assigned as ePro requester for the center (coordinate with the other PHRC ePro requesters)</li></ul><p><b>
 </b><i>Event and Meeting Coordination / Logistics</i></p><ul><li>
Serve as center lead to maintain working relationships with various NYUAD departments (Research Institute and other research centers, Finance, Post Award Administration, Human Resources, Public Safety, Logistics, Research Institute, etc.)</li><li>
Plan and coordinate senior management and team meetings, seminars, workshops, advisory board meetings, UAEHFS steering committee meetings, conferences, and other events</li><li>
Manage logistics, invitations, travel and agendas to ensure successful and productive gatherings</li></ul><p><i>
 </i><i>Human Resources</i></p><ul><li>
Assist PHRC Senior Management Team with various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, and performance management, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures</li><li>
Assigned as Director&rsquo;s delegate in Workday</li></ul><p><i>
 </i><i>Communications and Collaborations</i></p><ul><li>
Serve as a central point of contact for internal and external communications</li><li>
Facilitate collaboration between research team members, administrative staff, and external stakeholders to promote synergy and knowledge exchange</li></ul><p>
 <i>Mentorship</i></p><ul><li>
Provide guidance and train team member(s) for efficient use of tools and systems (Concur, ePro, UDW+, etc.)</li></ul><p>
 <i>Project Coordination</i></p><ul><li>
Support the center&rsquo;s projects by coordinating administrative aspects, including project timelines, team communications, and resource allocation</li><li>
Liaise with researchers and external collaborators to facilitate project progress</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Required Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in in a relevant field such as research administration, public health, or a related scientific discipline</li></ul><p>
 <b>Preferred Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in public health or related discipline</li></ul><p>
 <b>Required Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
5+ years of experience in related field with proven record of working within and coordinating administration services in a scientific or environment</li><li>
Exceptional leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, along with the capacity to effectively handle multiple priorities. Demonstrated determination and skill in collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders, including researchers, institutions, and funding bodies</li></ul><p>
 <b>Preferred Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Leadership and management qualification</li><li>
Arabic language would be a plus</li><li>
Proficiency in using software tools affectively</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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About NYUAD</b></p><p></p><p><br>
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</p></div>

Center Manager – Public Health Research Center (Fixed – Term for 2 years)

New York University Abu Dhabi

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 NYUAD Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a research scientist to work on the development of membrane desalination to treat water from the Arabian Gulf feed sources and on the design and scale-up of low energy membranes for water purification, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering.
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 The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functional membrane materials, including nanostructured polymer membranes tailored to microfiltration, ultrafiltration, membrane distillation, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis. The candidate will employ advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, TEM, DSC, TGA, BET, etc.) to establish fabrication-structure-property-performance relationships in novel materials for sustainable desalination and water treatment. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists and engineers, graduate students and undergraduate students.
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 The successful applicant will manage projects and work closely with postdoctoral researchers, build deep technical knowledge and develop transferable solutions. He/she will participate in developing novel concepts and writing proposals. He/she will work towards solving complex problems with efficiency and creativity. He/she will be involved in writing reports, authoring publications, drafting patents and presenting results at conferences. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of materials science and engineering, membrane fabrication techniques, membrane characterization tools and separation processes. He/she will be detail-oriented, well-organized and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team.
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 Applicants must hold a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and have a minimum of five years&rsquo; experience as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Excellent experimental and analytical skills relevant to the project (in particular membrane fabrication and characterization) are required. Candidates with demonstrated history of peer reviewed publications in a related area, along with prior expertise in materials science and analytical chemistry will be preferred.
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 This position will begin in March 2026 as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: nhh2@nyu.edu.
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 NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.
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 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
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Research Scientist in the Center for Water Research - Dr. Nidal Hilal

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 The newly established NYUAD Wireless Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly qualified and motivated
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 to lead the experimental development of cognitive omni-band wireless systems for 6G and beyond. The successful candidate will be jointly supervised by Mahmoud Rasras and Murat Uysal and will work in close collaboration with other researchers at both the New York and Abu Dhabi campuses.
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   The RS will design, implement, and validate custom optical wireless communication (OWC) testbeds operating at visible light (VL) and infrared (IR) wavelengths.
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   The RS will serve as a system architect for the omni-band wireless testbed, overseeing the development of RF testbeds for sub-6 GHz, cmWave, mmWave, and THz bands, and ensuring seamless integration with OWC testbeds to enable omni-band experimentatio
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   The RS is expected to disseminate results through publications in high-impact journals and presentations at leading international conferences.
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   The RS is expected to contribute to intellectual property development through patent filings and participate in international standardization efforts relevant to wireless technologies in coordination with academic and industrial collaborators.
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   The RS will represent NYUAD Wireless at major academic, industry, and policy-oriented events and contribute to strengthening its visibility and engagement with global research and innovation ecosystems.
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 Applicants must hold a PhD degree in electrical/electronics engineering, telecommunications or related field. Other requirements including:
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   Minimum 5 years of postdoctoral or industrial experimental research experience in optical and/or wireless communication systems, RF/optical system prototyping, and SDR testbed development.
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   Ability to use various electronic and optical measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, arbitrary waveform generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, optical powermeter, optical spectrum analyzer, beamshape analyzer, spatial light modulators etc
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   Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end RF/optical transceiver design
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   Experience in system modeling (Simulink, ADS, CST)
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   Strong background in DSP for physical layer design
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   Hands-on experience with commercial SDR platforms (e.g., NI USRP)
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   Proven track record of publications in relevant IEEE journals and conference
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   Work experience within multi-disciplinary teams across RF, optics, and systems.
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   Experimental development of IM/DD and/or coherent free space optical communication system
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   DSP for coherent optical communication
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   Adaptive optics
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   Contact details of at least three references.
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 All attachments should be in PDF format. If you have any questions about the position, please email NYUAD Wireless Director Prof. Dr. Murat Uysal at murat.uysal@nyu.edu
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 The terms of employment are highly attractive: a very competitive salary, generous monthly housing allowance, home-leave travel allowance, relocation benefits, and medical insurance and educational subsidies for dependents. The expected starting date for the appointment is
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 The overarching goal of NYUAD Wireless is to establish a globally recognized research and innovation hub dedicated to advancing the frontiers of wireless communications and shaping the networks of the future. As a newly established center, it represents a timely initiative that aligns closely with the UAE&rsquo;s vision to lead in the digital era. Through close collaboration with industry and other stakeholders, NYUAD Wireless seeks to pioneer advancements in wireless technologies by providing robust theoretical foundations for leveraging new spectrum bands and addressing practical challenges in the design of cutting-edge wireless access and backhaul solutions.
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 NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.
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  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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  For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr
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 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
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  Sustainability Statement
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 NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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Research Scientist in NYUAD Wireless Research Center - Dr. Mahmoud Rasras and Dr. Murat Uysal

Microsoft

<div><p>The AI Business Solutions (ABS) team is looking for a Director of Research to help drive future of work thought leadership and marketing communications. This is a unique opportunity to help every person and every organization evolve with a rapidly changing world and not get left behind as Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes every aspect of work and business.</p><p>
The Director of Research plays a critical role in our research team, responsible for driving day-to-day execution of research projects and ensuring methodological rigor. The Senior Researcher will develop detailed research plans, conduct primary research activities, coordinate with cross-functional partners (including academic and customer stakeholders), and uphold high standards in documentation, analysis, and ethical compliance.</p><p>
The ideal candidate is an experienced researcher with impactful qualitative and quantitative skills, effective organizational abilities, and a passion for translating complex findings into practical insights. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of organizational research, shaping how companies adopt new technologies and ways of working, in partnership with world-class academic researchers and industry leaders.
</p><p>The Director of Research will be a driving force in transforming rigorous research findings into real-world impact within our organization and for our customers.</p><p>
Microsoft&rsquo;s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.</p><div>
In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2><div><b>
Research Planning &amp; Documentation:</b> Draft detailed research plans outlining objectives, hypotheses, methodologies, and timelines.</div><div><b><br>
Day-to-Day Research Execution:</b> Oversee the daily progress of research activities to meet project milestones. Serve as a key partner to external collaborators in refining experiment designs and protocols.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Experiment Design &amp; Support:</b> Work closely with the Lead Researcher, Lead Data Scientist and external partners to design rigorous experiments. Contribute to developing and setting up research protocols (e.g., defining control vs. treatment groups, randomization schemes, measurement metrics) that align with business needs and scientific standards.</div><div><b><br>
Primary Research Activities:</b> Carry out core research tasks, including literature reviews, qualitative and quantitative research, hypothesis generation and pattern analysis.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Customer Research Engagement:</b> Support and lead conversations with customer participants involved in the research.</div><div><b><br>
Experiment Materials Creation:</b> Develop all supporting materials required for experiments and for sharing insights with stakeholders. Tailor communication of complex experimental concepts into understandable content for non-research audiences (e.g., customer sponsors or executives).</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Blueprint Co-Design:</b> Collaborate in co-designing <b>&ldquo;blueprint&rdquo; materials</b> that translate research outcomes into practical frameworks or recommendations.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Data Science Peer Review:</b> Act as a peer reviewer and thought partner to the team&rsquo;s Lead Data Scientist. Review data collection plans, analysis code, and preliminary results to ensure accuracy and validity. Provide feedback on statistical methods, suggest improvements or alternative analyses, and help interpret data outcomes in the context of the research questions.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Privacy &amp; Legal Compliance:</b> Lead the preparation of materials and discussions needed for research protocol sign-off with Privacy and Legal teams. This includes ensuring all research activities comply with data privacy regulations and ethical standards. Draft research protocols that detail how data will be collected, used, stored, and protected. Coordinate Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications or internal ethics reviews if required. Work with Microsoft privacy/legal stakeholders to address any concerns and secure necessary approvals before research deployment. Maintain participant confidentiality and data security throughout the project.</div><div><b><br>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:</b> Serve as a liaison between the research team and other stakeholders (e.g., program managers, product teams, or leadership). Provide regular updates on research progress, preliminary insights, and final results. Incorporate feedback from various perspectives while maintaining research integrity. Help integrate research findings into broader project deliverables and strategic decisions.</div><div></div><div><br>
Embody our culture and values.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><div><b>
Required/minimum qualifications</b></div><ul><li>
7+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles<ul><li>
OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field AND 6+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles</li><li>
OR Master's Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field AND 4+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles.</li></ul></li><li>
5+ years of hands-on research experience including designing and executing complex research projects from start to finish.</li></ul><div><b>
Additional or preferred qualifications</b><ul><li>
9+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles<ul><li>
OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field AND 8+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles</li><li>
OR Master's Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field AND 7+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles</li><li>
OR Doctorate in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field AND 5+ years experience in data science, research, marketing or business-related roles.</li></ul></li><li>
3+ years project management experience.</li><li>
4+ years experience working with decision makers to define need and scope research to answer questions.</li><li>
4+ years creating content that conveys a simple, clear message.</li><li>
7+ years of hands-on research experience including designing and executing complex research projects from start to finish, preferably within a marketing organization.</li><li>
Background in behavioral research, social science experiments, user experience research, or market research.
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</li><li>Experience with qualitative data analysis software (such as NVivo, Dedoose or similar) or willingness to learn, for coding and analyzing interview transcripts and notes.</li><li>
Familiarity with quantitative analysis or statistical software (such as SPSS, R, Python/Pandas, or Excel&rsquo;s advanced functions). While the role is not primarily a data scientist, the ability to run or understand basic statistical analyses and to interpret data outputs is important.</li><li>
Experience with survey tools (e.g., Microsoft Forms, Qualtrics) to design and analyze surveys.</li><li>
Proficient understanding of research ethics and privacy requirements. Knowledge of GDPR and data protection principles in research, as well as experience preparing IRB submissions or following informed consent procedures. Track record of respecting confidentiality and handling sensitive data responsibly.</li><li>
Comfortable working with advanced AI tools, such as Copilot for M365, to carry out AI-empowered research processes.</li></ul></div><div><br>
Market Research IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $251,900 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $165,600 - $272,300 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.</div><div></div><div><br>
Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay</div><div></div><div><br>
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until November 10th, 2025.</div><br>
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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.</div>

Director of Research

Baylor University

<div><p><b>What We're Looking For
</b></p><p>The ECS Director of Research and Grant Administration supports both the University and ECS missions by advising and supporting ECS research-active faculty on the design and preparation of large-scale grant proposals and budgets, coordinating internal grant competitions, delivering capacity-building workshops, supporting inclusive collaborations among faculty, and monitoring the funding landscape for opportunities aligned with campus strengths.
</p><p>A bachelor's degree and six years of relevant work experience are required. A master's degree and eight years of relevant work experience are preferred. A combination of education and experience will not be considered in lieu of one another.
</p><p><b><i>Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.
</i></b></p><p><b>What You Will Do
</b></p><div><ul><li>Assist faculty in developing competitive proposals by identifying and analyzing Department of Defense research funding opportunities, interpreting requests for requests for proposals (RFPs), reviewing proposed drafts, supporting the preparation of budgets, reviewing supplementary documentation, and providing overall detail management and supervisory oversight of the proposal preparation and tracking of internal deliverables.
</li><li>Assist faculty with developing Department of Defense, Department of Energy, National Institutes of Health, and/or National Science Foundation grant writing skills
</li><li>Act as a liaison officer between ECS and OVPR to assist in submitting and routing proposals and on any proposal and grant issues.
</li><li>Assist faculty with proper management of research projects.
</li><li>Work with ECS Business Office and Post-Award OVPR with post-award budget tracking and grant compliance.
</li><li>Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor&rsquo;s mission
</li><li>Ability to comply with University policies
</li><li>Maintain regular and punctual attendance
</li></ul></div><p><b>What You Can Expect
</b></p><p>As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family&rsquo;s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits &amp; Advantages.
</p><p><b>Explore &amp; Engage
</b></p><p>Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, <i>Baylor in Deeds </i>. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!</p></div>
<br><div><p>Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.</p></div>
<br>Degree Level : Bachelor

Director of Research and Grant Administration

Medtronic

<div><p>At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You&rsquo;ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>A Day in the Life
</b></h1><p><b>Careers That Change Lives
</b></p><p>Join a mission-driven industry leader in medical technology and solutions to help drive innovation and transform the healthcare landscape. As <b>Clinical Research &amp; Medical Sciences Director </b>you will oversee both clinical and medical sciences aspects of running the medical organization in the TuRMECA region. Reporting to Chief Medical Officer Global Regions and VP Clinical Research &amp; Medical Sciences, you will lead the development and execution of clinical research and medical sciences agenda in TuRMECA region to enable patient access to innovative medical technologies.
</p><p></p><p><b>A Day in Life
</b></p><ul><li>Provides Clinical/Medical Leadership at Business Reviews and discussions with the respective Country Leaders in the TuRMECA region.
</li><li>As a Leader within the TuRMECA regional organization, contributes to the development of a Clinical &amp; Medical affairs strategy and execute them in their sub-region.
</li><li>Is seen as the Voice of the Patient and the HCP.
</li><li>Provides Strategic Leadership for the development of Clinical strategy across OUs relevant to the region in Medtronic sponsored studies, Collaborative Research and ERPs including execution of Clinical Research and Medical Affairs.
</li><li>Ensures that the studies are scientifically valid and meet all relevant regulatory requirements and be conducted within ethical guidelines.
</li><li>Leads execution for both local and global studies, manages clinical research projects across Medtronic therapies across multiple businesses.
</li><li>Ensures that all clinical studies are published based on a fair assessment of the safety and efficacy of the tested product (s) and attainment of product approvals in a timely matter.
</li><li>Partners with the OUs/Marketing regionally to seek insights and disseminate the published data both globally and regionally. This may be done through Advisory Boards (ABs) to seek advice, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Continuing Medical Education (CMEs), Round Table Discussions (RTDs), and webinars for safe and effective use of our products.
</li><li>Partners with Regulatory to contribute and partnering to implement regulatory strategies to obtain timely product approvals form worldwide regulatory bodies.
</li><li>Develop the Healthcare Professional (HCPs) and Key Opinion Leaders network and lead a strategic partnership and engagement.
</li><li>Develops and maintains a deep knowledge and understanding of the science behind our products and is seen as an internal expert. To also act as a Speaker in scientific meetings as the voice of the company.
</li><li>Responsible for the governance and compliance within the region. Ensures that all activities are executed as per the Medtronic Business Code of Conduct and local laws and regulations.
</li><li>Utilizes advanced subject matter expertise to provide medical input to various functions (General Management, Global Strategy &amp; Portfolio Management, Business Development &amp; Licensing, Research &amp; Development, &amp; Marketing) and Organizational Units to facilitate insightful decision-making and enable achievement of business objectives.
</li><li>Ensures effective objective value propositions are developed and articulated for Medtronic technologies to stakeholders (patients, health care providers, payers, government agencies, health technology assessment organizations, public) through appropriate channels.
</li><li>Responsible to interpret clinical trials/research, establishes and approves scientific methods for design and implementation of clinical protocols, and final reports.
</li><li>Proactively develops current competitive intelligence in our product space.
</li><li>Represents Medtronic from Clinical Research and Medical Sciences perspective within the region and collects feedback from local customers and authorities.
</li><li>Builds and maintains a strong network and close relationship with the various internal and external parties
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications/ must have
</b></p><ul><li>10 years of relevant experience within clinical research &amp; medical sciences with 7+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience.
</li><li>University degree &ndash; medical or scientific discipline.
</li><li>Proven strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and team leadership.
</li><li>Fluent in English and local language.
</li><li>Strong communication and networking skills.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Nice to have
</b></p><ul><li>Experience in international and cross-functional environments preferred
</li></ul><p></p><p>To be successful in this role you must be an excellent communicator, able to drive change by influence (internally as well as externally) and have strong managerial skills/experience.
</p><p></p><p><b>Physical Job Requirements
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits &amp; Compensation
</b></h1><p><b>Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.<br>
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</p>This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
<p></p>This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.
<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Medtronic
</b></h1><p>We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
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Our Mission &mdash; to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life &mdash; unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
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We are engineers at heart&mdash; putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&amp;D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.</p></div><p></p>

TuRMECA Clinical Research and Medical Science Director

University of Kentucky

<div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Title</b></div> <div>Director of Community Outreach</div>
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<div><div><b>Requisition Number</b></div> <div>RE52092</div>
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<div><div><b>Working Title</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Department Name</b></div> <div>7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Lexington, KY</div>
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<div><div><b>Grade Level</b></div> <div>49</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$72,405-119,496/year</div>
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<div><div><b>Type of Position</b></div> <div>Staff</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Time Status </b></div><div>Full-Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Required Education</b></div>
<div>MA</div>
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<div><div><b>Click here for more information about equivalencies:</b></div> <div>https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</div>
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<div><div><b>Required Related Experience</b></div>
<div>5 yrs</div>
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<div><div><b>Required License/Registration/Certification</b></div>
<div>N/A</div>
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<div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b></div>
<div>Sitting for long periods, possibly moving objects under 50 lbs. Job related travel, repetitive motion</div>
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<div><div><b>Shift</b></div>
<div>Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00, overtime anticipated</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div>
<div>The Markey Cancer Center is hiring a <b>Director of Community Outreach</b> which is located within the Community Impact Office (CIO) of the Markey Cancer Center and will work closely with the Associate Director for Population Sciences and Community Impact. This is a leadership level position within the Community Outreach and Engagement area of the Markey Cancer Center which is a critical component to maintaining the status of being a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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This position will lead efforts to catalyze multidisciplinary research partnerships between CIO and the basic, clinical, and population science research programs to promote and sustain innovative, community engaged research initiatives and collaborations. This position will be the CIO liaison to other components of the cancer center, including research administration, education/training, clinical research office, and shared resources. This position coordinates and monitors CIO activities across various teams and programs; develops program goals and objectives; oversees needs assessments, prepares annual operating budgets; recommends personnel actions and policies; assesses and optimizes organizational structure, including ensuring adequate staffing. The Director of Community Outreach makes data driven decisions and recommends new approaches to improve community engagement and research program initiatives. This position also oversees dissemination of CIO-related public-facing information and communications.<br>
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This position will supervise a team of staff within the CIO, research staff, and students. Expected duties include developing and operationalizing CIO evaluation plans, tracking evaluation metrics, preparing evaluation reports, assessing Markey impact on Kentucky cancer outcomes, strategic planning, leading projects, managing budgets, writing grant applications and progress reports, facilitating community engagement and research initiatives, leading CIO professional development efforts, and managing communications and relationships with intra-institutional leadership and inter-institutional partners.<br>
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<b>This position will have a Remote/Hybrid Eligible arrangement.</b><br>
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<b>IMPORTANT</b><b>: </b>Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. <b>You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.</b><br>
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To view the University of Kentucky&rsquo;s exceptional benefits, please visit <b>https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits</b>.
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<b>IEBC</b><b> (Internal Employee Being Considered)</b>
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<div><div><b>Skills / Knowledge / Abilities</b></div>
<div>Microsoft Office products, research databases, HIPPA, web</div>
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<div><div><b>Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? </b></div><div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Education/Experience</b></div>
<div>Community Outreach Experience, Research, and Research Network Experience</div>
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<div><div><b>Deadline to Apply</b></div> <div>11/02/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Our University Community</b></div>
<div>We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco &amp; Drug Free campus.<br>
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The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.<br>
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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.</div></div></div></div></div>

Director of Community Outreach

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