Director - Scientific Research (Remote)

We’re seeking a senior scientist with a strong track record of NIH or other multi-year grant funding (as PI or MPI) to serve as Scientific Director in the Advocate Aurora Research Institute. This leadership role works in partnership with an administrative director and vice president to oversee and grow our scientific programs, while leading their own area of research. We are particularly interested in senior scientists with developed programs of research in health equity, cancer epidemiology, population health or dissemination and implementation science. If you're a senior research scientist interested in working with talented colleagues in a top health system, we’re looking for you! This role is 100% remote. 

Responsible for scientific leadership within Academic Research, including strategic planning and execution, budget oversight and programmatic guidance for scientific programs and centers, mentoring of scientists, and pursuit of research collaborations and funding opportunities. This Director will have their own program of research that aligns with Advocate Aurora Health priorities and a strong and consistent record of scientific discovery, scholarly activities and successful funding from federal agencies and private foundations  An experienced senior scientist and research leader, this individual serves as a lead scientist for academic research and will be engaged in strategic discussions with internal stakeholders and will collaborate with our local and national research partners, including our regional CTSA partners, our Academic Core through Wake Forest School of Medicine, and the Health Care Systems Research Network. Strengthens the overall Advocate Aurora Research Institute (AARI) by working effectively with leaders, scientists, investigators and a variety of partners to contribute to the overall success of our research enterprise.

Major Responsibilities:

• Devotes 50% time to their own program of research and 50% time to strategy, oversight and mentoring. Serves as a leader within Academic Research and provides leadership for the group of independent scientist (Similar to a Department Chari) and is engaged in long-term strategic planning, including guidance in the implementation of new programs, centers and other initiatives to grow academic research opportunities, funding, and productivity.  
• In partnership with the VP, Administrative Director of Academic Research, and Academic Research leaders, establishes priorities for academic research that align with strategic goals of the Advocate Aurora Research Institute and strengths and priorities of Advocate Aurora Health.
• Leads the scientific oversight of academic research programs and centers. Identifies innovative approaches for improving performance, productivity and external revenue growth. Works with independent scientists and administrative director to develop business plans for research programs and centers.
• Directs and mentors independent research scientists, oversees their productivity and fosters their professional development. Leads the development of promotion plans and evaluation of research and clinician scientists.
• Directs plans to foster the growth and development of scientists and academic research teams to enhance research capabilities, expand funding opportunities and foster our success in competitive research funding arenas.
• Provides scientific and operational guidance to the Office of Academic Research Support to ensure AARI has the depth and breadth of resources available to optimize research programs and centers and to foster the growth of staff scientists.
• Establishes regular communication with the Office of Scientific Writing and Research Communications to support scientists and ensure the dissemination and visibility of academic research activities.
• Develops strong collaborative relationships with health system leaders, external scientists and organizations (academic medical centers, universities, other research organizations, and research sponsors) to identify, investigate and pursue research opportunities and grow external funding for academic research.
• Identifies and pursues extramural funding opportunities to support their program of research.
• Leads efforts to increase visibility of AARI. Participates on professional committees, at state and national conferences and at other external meetings to establish AARI presence in academic research networks and organizations. Publishes research papers/manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
• Performs human resources responsibilities for staff which include interviewing and selection of new employees, promotions, staff development, performance evaluations, compensation changes, resolution of employee concerns, corrective actions, terminations, and overall employee morale.