Director, Research Initiatives

Grade 106

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $113,100.00 - $175,000.00
  
  

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Center for Innovation in Imaging Biomarkers and Integrated Diagnostics (CIMBID), the Director of Research Initiatives is a senior leader who helps strategically advance priority projects of the Center, including the development of new programming and initiatives. The Executive Director works closely with the Director and the associated faculty and staff. CIMBID is a multidisciplinary center based in the Department of Radiology of the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S). This vibrant scientific ecosystem brings together a broad range of expertise with a breadth of cross-campus initiatives and collaborations. CIMBID focuses on leveraging novel artificial intelligence (AI) approaches in conjunction with cutting-edge biomedical imaging technologies and multi-modal biomarkers to transform personalized medicine. The Center’s activities span innovative research, education, and clinical translation. From developing next-generation AI approaches to engaging trainees across levels, and responsibly translating new technologies into the clinic, CIMBID aims to be a world leader in advancing disease prevention, detection, and treatment

Responsibilities

It is anticipated that the job duties will evolve over time as the Center matures. Initially, the candidate will be responsible for the following tasks.

• Supports the creation of new initiatives, including research, educational, and translational initiatives, at the initial conception phase, working with the Director and appropriate faculty and administrative leadership to identify appropriate structures, staffing, and support. An important new direction for the Center will be fostering innovative partnerships with industry (20%)
• Serves as a liaison to key partners at Columbia University and collaborators outside of Columbia (other universities in the U.S. and abroad, funding agencies, industry, etc.). As needed, serves as a delegate for the Center Director for research projects and initiatives. Attend virtual or physical meetings, represent the Center, and facilitate collaborations. (25%)
• Lead the dissemination of Center activities via websites and social media platforms. Coordinate with Columbia’s communication office and the Department of Radiology Communications’ Director to develop a strategy and content to maintain an ongoing global presence. (15%)
• Directs and manages selected high-profile events and initiatives that have national and global reach, as well as those building community within Columbia University. Manages the substantive content, speaker invitations, communications, and coordination of all logistics for Center-led events. (10%)
• Leads in supporting the Director's research work and preparation for presentations, events, papers, and grant submissions, including performing or overseeing background research, writing or editing paper or presentation drafts, and writing or editing grant submission drafts. Coordinate with pre- and post-award offices at the School in preparation for grant submissions and progress reports. Recruit and supervise trainees, research assistants, and part-time casual employees to support this research work. (25%)
• Addresses to-be-determined high-priority issues and challenges necessary for the center's success. Given the early stage of development of the Center, it is difficult to identify all of the specific duties; thus, the candidate must be willing to take on unforeseen activities. (5%)
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus five years of related experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD degree or equivalent
  
  

Other Requirements

• Able to adapt to flexible work environments (Office, clinical area, outpatient radiology off campus sites)
• Able to meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Able to multitask in diverse and demanding environment with frequently shifting priorities
• Proactive, extremely organized and detail oriented
• Strong record of interpersonal engagement
• Able to demonstrate the ability to balance both working independently and collaboratively
• Strong Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
• Must successfully complete systems training requirements.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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