Vice President, Office of Research Strategy

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Vice President of the Office of Research Strategy is responsible for the development, strategic oversight, and administration of the organization's portfolio of assessment research initiatives. This role ensures alignment with institutional goals and serves as the primary research subject matter expert on the innovation leadership team. The VP fosters a culture of innovation internally and promotes collaboration with the external research community. Working collaboratively with internal functional units, the VP will lead initiatives to develop or evaluate assessment capabilities and define constructs necessary to support existing and enable new assessment products.

This role is critical to enhancing NBME's research capabilities, driving innovation, and ensuring effective use of resources in support of research activities. Join us to lead transformative research initiatives and make a lasting impact on the future of assessment and education.

This role has been designated as primarily remote, meaning it requires little to no onsite attendance. While this role can be designated as remote, you are offered the flexibility to select if you prefer to work primarily remotely, hybrid, or onsite. Only candidates residing in DE, MD, NJ, or PA will be considered

At NBME, we continue to innovate and improve how we fulfill the evolving needs of the healthcare community. This commitment starts and ends with the people at NBME. By recruiting and empowering talented individuals from various disciplines and backgrounds, which includes professionals with diverse life experiences, abilities, and perspectives, NBME can take a well-informed, robust approach to advancing medical education and assessment for years to come.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, mentor, and manage research resources: Recruit, manage, and support research team members to achieve their full potential. Foster professional development and ensure a collaborative and innovative work environment. Manage resources effectively to support research activities.
• Research policy, administration, and priorities: Oversee research administrative policy and develop processes for implementation. Create schema for classifying and tracking research initiatives. Periodically assess research priorities and recommend modifications based on progress, trends, and organizational needs.
• Strategic leadership : Provide the strategic direction for the research agendas and work to develop new, creative approaches to innovation research. Align research initiatives with NBME strategic priorities. Serve as the primary research subject matter expert on the innovation leadership team. Stay current on assessment and data science best practices. External Engagement: Enhance NBME reputation by raising the external visibility of our research achievements. Develop relationships with the medical education and assessment research communities to identify collaboration opportunities. Develop strategic approach to presentation and publishing. Lead or consult on research agendas as principal investigator where appropriate. Present and publish research in academic forums.Leverage media opportunities and educate internal staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of assessment best practices and trends, preferably in medical education and healthcare assessment.
• Strong leadership and strategic vision to align research initiatives with institutional goals.
• Excellent collaboration and networking skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, in both written and verbal formats.
• Innovation and problem-solving skills for developing and evaluating new assessment capabilities.
• Expertise in leading, mentoring, and managing research resources.

Experience

• Requires a minimum of 8 years of progressive managerial experience, demonstrating strong business acumen and the leadership capabilities necessary to head a major function or division.

Education

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., J.D, Ed.D)
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) designation is desirable

About NBME:

NBME is a not-for-profit organization that specializes in the creation of assessments and learning tools for physicians and health professionals. Our mission is to advance assessment of these professionals to achieve optimal care for all, supporting the development of a highly effective, diverse and compassionate health care workforce.

Founded in 1915, NBME develops and manages the United States Medical Licensing Examination® with the Federation of State Medical Boards. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of assessment products for every stage of the medical school journey and provide assessment services to various health profession organizations.

We are dedicated to advancing innovative assessment approaches through research, collaboration and contributions to the medical education and assessment communities. In 2024, we expanded our assessment capabilities to include simulation through the acquisition of MedVR Education.

Learn more on NBME's website.

NBME's Community Collaborations and Contributions

NBME believes that a key path to meeting our mission is collaborating with and supporting our communities. Our Community Collaborations and Contributions programs provide resources and recognition to medical educators and researchers advancing the field of assessment throughout their careers. In addition, we invest in fee assistance, scholarships and pathway programs to aid learners and help support increased representation in health care. Headquartered in Philadelphia, NBME also gives to local organizations that advance health equity and access and positively impact social determinants of health.

Compensation we are offering for this position is at $235,809-294,761/year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

The NBME offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. Excellent Benefits include: Healthcare, Dental, Prescription, and Vision plans; 401(k) w/match, Tuition Reimbursement Plan, Commuter Benefit: Public Transit or Parking options. Remote Friendly Workplace.

NBME is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.