Director of Research

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The OCOM Director of Research should have an informed vision of and the ability to establish and advance research at a newly established College of Osteopathic Medicine. This person is also a faculty member and is a non-tenured position responsible for the education in predoctoral didactic, clinical educational programs, and graduate medical education programs

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and recommend to the Dean a set of policies and procedures necessary for the successful implementation of research at the COM.
• Create and foster relationships with successful individuals and organizations with interests to collaborate on research.
• Create and implement a research strategic plan
• Oversee all research functions of the COM
• Serve on selected committees as assigned by the Dean
• Oversee and be responsible for all databases associated with research of the COM
• Ensure all COM eligible research follow all rules related to HIPAA, FERPA, any other local, state, and federal laws as well receive IRB approval, as appropriate
• Ensure the integrity of all COM research
• Ensure that the COM is meeting the scholarly activity to advance its mission as well as satisfying all requirements by COCA
• Foster a positive culture among team members.
• Manage the budget for the Office of Research.
• Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff in the creation, development, and maintenance of research
• Teach in didactic preclinical and/or course material taught by the Department.
• Serve the academic activities of the Department in teaching medical students, performing scholarly activities, and service.
• Work, as assigned by the department chair, with OCOM Clinical Coordinators.
• Teach in any assigned courses or act as a course director, if assigned
• Participate in courses/lectures/workshops or clinical activities to meet the curricular needs of the department.
• Teach in any assigned courses or act as a course director, if assigned
• Participated in the educational activities to include: course structure and content, course preparation, written course materials, lecture, workshop and lab presentations, course quizzes, exams and practical’s, course evaluations and course faculty evaluations.
• Participate in student mentoring in preparation for examinations including licensing board exams as well as coaching unmatched students.
• Exchanges non-routine information using tact and persuasion. The faculty member possesses excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Teach medical students in all four years, residents, and physicians, as assigned
• Performs other related duties, as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

See Org Chart

QUALIFICATION(S):

• DO degree (preferred), MD, or PhD
• A history of exceptional scholarly, professional and/or individual achievement
• Preferred candidates shall have administrative experience in an academic setting and/or health delivery with both being preferred

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Apple products, and related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

• Salary: $120,000 annually
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Professional development - continuing education opportunities to support your career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.