Dartmouth College
Position Title
Research Program Director
Position Summary We are seeking a Research Program Director to provide executive oversight and strategic management of the NIH‑funded Center for Quantitative Biology (CQB). The successful candidate will report to the CQB Director and ensure operational excellence, strategic growth, and long‑term sustainability through coordination of research, education, mentoring, and administrative activities aligned with institutional and sponsor priorities.
Key Responsibilities Strategic and Programmatic Leadership (35%):
Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of Center initiatives to achieve objectives and milestones.
Develop and execute strategies for program sustainability and growth.
Coordinate efforts across the research cores, investigators, and partners to enhance collaboration and research impact.
Identify new funding and partnership opportunities.
Represent CQB to institutional leaders, collaborators, and NIH IDeA administrators.
Center Operations and Research Administration (35%):
Direct day‑to‑day management, compliance, and reporting of Center activities.
Oversee grant management, renewals, and progress reports.
Implement systems to track performance and outcomes.
Coordinate evaluations, site visits, and advisory reviews.
Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively.
Communication and External Relations (20%):
Oversee strategic communications, reports, and outreach materials.
Maintain strong relationships with collaborators and regional IDeA networks.
Represent the Center at meetings and conferences.
Ensure consistent visibility across web and media platforms.
Supervision and Staff Management (10%):
Supervise and mentor administrative and professional staff.
Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, high‑performing team culture.
Other duties as assigned and demonstrating a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences, public health, business administration, or related field (or equivalent).
8–10 years of progressive experience managing large federally funded research programs.
Advanced degree preferred (Master’s or higher).
Expertise in grant management, strategic planning, and complex project coordination.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and data management tools.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP certification or formal training in project management.
Deep knowledge of NIH COBRE, IDeA, or related federal program administration.
Familiarity with Dartmouth’s institutional structure, policies, and research environment.
Experience leading cross‑institutional or multi‑investigator research initiatives.
Experience in developing and evaluating mentoring programs for early‑career investigators.
Web content and communications experience.
Work Arrangement Schedule: 8‑5 (potentially open to being remote 1–2 days per week). Requirement: onsite only. Full‑time, 40 hrs/week.
Location Lebanon, NH – Williamson Translational Research Building, DH Campus.
Contact Jamie Ibey – Recruitment inquiries – Phone: 646‑708‑080.
Michael Whitfield, Chair – Title and cover letter. (Phone not provided).
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment is contingent upon a successful pre‑employment background check, including criminal, reference, work‑history, conduct, and academic credential verification. Results must be acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
Additional Information This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco‑based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College. For more information, see https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83692.
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Position Summary We are seeking a Research Program Director to provide executive oversight and strategic management of the NIH‑funded Center for Quantitative Biology (CQB). The successful candidate will report to the CQB Director and ensure operational excellence, strategic growth, and long‑term sustainability through coordination of research, education, mentoring, and administrative activities aligned with institutional and sponsor priorities.
Key Responsibilities Strategic and Programmatic Leadership (35%):
Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of Center initiatives to achieve objectives and milestones.
Develop and execute strategies for program sustainability and growth.
Coordinate efforts across the research cores, investigators, and partners to enhance collaboration and research impact.
Identify new funding and partnership opportunities.
Represent CQB to institutional leaders, collaborators, and NIH IDeA administrators.
Center Operations and Research Administration (35%):
Direct day‑to‑day management, compliance, and reporting of Center activities.
Oversee grant management, renewals, and progress reports.
Implement systems to track performance and outcomes.
Coordinate evaluations, site visits, and advisory reviews.
Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively.
Communication and External Relations (20%):
Oversee strategic communications, reports, and outreach materials.
Maintain strong relationships with collaborators and regional IDeA networks.
Represent the Center at meetings and conferences.
Ensure consistent visibility across web and media platforms.
Supervision and Staff Management (10%):
Supervise and mentor administrative and professional staff.
Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, high‑performing team culture.
Other duties as assigned and demonstrating a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences, public health, business administration, or related field (or equivalent).
8–10 years of progressive experience managing large federally funded research programs.
Advanced degree preferred (Master’s or higher).
Expertise in grant management, strategic planning, and complex project coordination.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and data management tools.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP certification or formal training in project management.
Deep knowledge of NIH COBRE, IDeA, or related federal program administration.
Familiarity with Dartmouth’s institutional structure, policies, and research environment.
Experience leading cross‑institutional or multi‑investigator research initiatives.
Experience in developing and evaluating mentoring programs for early‑career investigators.
Web content and communications experience.
Work Arrangement Schedule: 8‑5 (potentially open to being remote 1–2 days per week). Requirement: onsite only. Full‑time, 40 hrs/week.
Location Lebanon, NH – Williamson Translational Research Building, DH Campus.
Contact Jamie Ibey – Recruitment inquiries – Phone: 646‑708‑080.
Michael Whitfield, Chair – Title and cover letter. (Phone not provided).
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment is contingent upon a successful pre‑employment background check, including criminal, reference, work‑history, conduct, and academic credential verification. Results must be acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
Additional Information This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco‑based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College. For more information, see https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83692.
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