AVP, Strategic Research Partnerships and Innovation-EVP, PIC and CSO

Nemours is seeking an AVP, Strategic Research Partnerships and Innovation-EVP, PIC and CSO to join our team in Wilmington, DE.

Primary Functions: 

The Strategic Research Partnerships and Innovation Associate Vice President is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and supporting the development and prioritization of research-focused partnerships and/or adjacent opportunities aligned with Nemours Children’s long-term scientific growth strategy. This AVP will manage and execute assigned projects as directed by the Enterprise Physician-in-Chief and Chief Scientific Officer (PIC/CSO) and will develop and execute plans consistent with the PIC/CSO’s priorities, working closely with the leadership team to support the overall strategy for Nemours Children’s Health in the institution’s existing service areas and consider new partnership growth as well.

Reports to the EVP, Enterprise Physician-in-Chief & Chief Scientific Officer. Collaborates and partners with the Department of Research to smoothly and effectively plan, program and oversee initiatives. Supervises research partnership specialists. Models the standards of behavior in all interactions. 

Essential Functions: 

1. Support development and implementation of Nemours Children’s Health research strategy and strategic priorities by identifying, analyzing and addressing complex business issues and developing actionable strategies related to research-based partnerships (eg, university affiliates)
2. Manage strategic initiatives, partnering with other departments and/or functional heads as appropriate, helping identify and address obstacles to progress and ensure process discipline
3. Assess likely revenue potential of partnership and project ideas and evaluate against the expected investment and operating costs; make recommendations and build business cases, and help monitor trajectory towards value realization
4. Develop and maintain internal and external network of contacts to advance research development concepts, support information gathering, and facilitate socialization of ideas, while establishing a strong understanding of research-focused business operations and priorities for the organization
5. Build, maintain, and evolve external relationships with partners and across the Nemours Children’s partnership ecosystem in research, and manage strategic partnerships with research-focused entities of all sizes
6. Develop cross-region strategic partnership opportunities and initiatives and build go-to-market strategies to meet broader enterprise goals across rapidly changing research-focused opportunities
7. Ideate and drive complex agreements with research-focused partners and renewals/expansions for existing partners, and build consensus among internal and external leaders regarding strategic opportunities
8. Serve as the relationship manager for our current existing agreements with research-focused partners (eg, University of Central Florida re: Pegasus Partnership); help realize and optimize value from these partnerships while building effective long-term relationships.
9. Engage with internal cross-functional teams across multiple geographies to incubate, launch, improve, and scale new research activities and scientific team experiences.
10. Provide leadership and direction in monitoring and tracking of business results and impact of partnerships, including identification of key metrics, reporting and communications on an on-going basis

Non-Essential Functions: 

1. Attending industry conferences and networking events to stay updated on the latest trends and developments in health- and healthcare-focused research innovation
2. Leading cross-functional team-building activities and workshops to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within research and with key partners
3. Collaborating with external partners, such as research institutions and technology companies, explore potential partnerships that could facilitate innovation at Nemours Children’s
4. Develop and deliver innovation-focused training programs for staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in areas such as design thinking, agile methodologies, and innovation management
5. Serve as a spokesperson for Nemours Children's Health in media interviews and public speaking engagements to share insights and thought leadership on innovation and strategic initiatives in health- and healthcare-focused research

Job Requirements: 

Bachelors degree required and master preferred.

More than 5 years of job related experience required. 

 

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