Managing Director, Life Sciences Research Initiative (Office of the Vice Provost for Research)
Core
Senior operational and administrative leader translating scientific vision into organizational reality for a new Life Sciences Research Initiative at Johns Hopkins University.
Role type
Senior IC executive (Managing Director)
Builds
A new research initiative uniting life sciences research across academic divisions, launching funding programs, and managing the Life Sciences Building.
Domain
Higher education + Life Sciences research administration
Deliverable
Product features (new initiative programs, funding mechanisms, organizational structures)
Required skills
Strategic planning, organizational leadership, budget stewardship, stakeholder engagement, governance oversight, team management, communications strategy, fundraising/development, research administration
Preferred skills
Experience in higher education/academic research/life sciences, managing complex multi-stakeholder organizations with significant budgets, translational research, technology transfer, industry-academic partnerships
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Partner with the Director to develop and operationalize strategic plans; oversee execution of strategy across programmatic and operational areas; establish systems for tracking KPIs and preparing reports; lead internal governance processes and oversight committees; direct recruitment and performance management for the core operations team; oversee budget strategy and financial management; coordinate with Facilities on building planning and construction; manage operational administration of research funding programs; develop external relationships with peer institutions, federal agencies, and foundations; align Institute activities with institutional priorities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC