Associate Dean, Clinical Research/Chief Clinical Research Officer, UNR Med & Renown Health

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Job Description

The Associate Dean for Clinical Research (ADCR) is the UNR Med executive leader setting the mission and vision for clinical research activities and reports directly to the Senior Associate Dean of Research. The Chief Clinical Research Officer (CCRO) is the Institutional Official of Renown Health and reports to the Chief Academic Officer. This ADCR/CCRO role is a full-time academic faculty appointment employed by both UNR Med and Renown Health. The ADCR/CCRO leads strategic planning, goal setting, and implementation of the infrastructure, processes and systems to support efficient and high-quality clinical research within the context of the Affiliation Agreement between UNR Med and Renown Health. The ADCR/CCRO supports the development of clinical research opportunities for students, residents and faculty and development of institutional infrastructure for clinical research. This role will lead research and innovation to improving health outcomes for Nevada Communities and developing a national reputation for the school of medicine in clinical research. The ADCR/CCRO is responsible for developing and providing an efficient and compliant environment to conduct clinical trials through the UNR Med Clinical Research Center and the Renown Health Office of Clinical Research. This position collaborates closely with the UNR Med Associate Dean for Biomedical Research (ADBR), with all research activities at UNR Med managed collaboratively by these two positions and the Dean.

The ADCR/CCRO will:

• Lead strategic planning to identify areas for growth in clinical research including clinical trials that align with UNR Med/Renown Health priorities and goals The CCRO shall lead the development of the Affiliation Clinical Research Strategic Plan
• Through leadership of the research operations and strategy committee
  • Develop a strategic plan that addresses scientific direction and sets near, mid- and long-term research objectives of the affiliation
  • Develop a mission and vision for the integrated clinical research enterprise
• Oversee all UNR Med clinical research activities and working closely and collaboratively with the Associate Dean for Biomedical Research and laboratory-based scientists on translational research development
• Engage and support student, resident and faculty in clinical research and scholarship activities
• Serve as the Medical Director of the UNR Center for Clinical & Translational Research (currently referred to as the Clinical Research Center)
• Engage current and new sponsors, as well as maintain sponsor relationships to establish the Affiliation Clinical Research Enterprise as a premier clinical trials site
• Represent UNR Med statewide to both internal and external constituencies in developing, implementing and evaluating the school’s clinical research activities and infrastructure
• Develop diversity and mentorship programs for research in the clinical departments and programs in collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and the Associate Dean of Diversity and Inclusion, department chairs, and senior faculty members
• Serve as a principal investigator (or lead site investigator) for research activities conducted at both the UNR Center for Clinical & Translational Research and Renown Health Office of Clinical Research
• Work with others throughout the UNR and RH (e.g., ADBR, VPRI, IRB leadership, RH Leadership) to identify and implement improvements in contract, regulatory, and scientific review processes, and protocol submissions to oversight committees
• Explore opportunities for Clinical research with the Healthy Nevada project part of the Renown Institute for Health Innovation.
• Oversee the administration of UNR Med and RH pilot grant programs
• Participate in the recruitment of faculty clinician-researchers
• Collaborate with other UNR Schools (e.g Schools of Engineering, Nursing and Public Health) on clinical and translational research opportunities
• Represent the integrated UNR Med and Renown clinical research enterprise with internal and external stakeholders including donors
• Build collaborative relationships with other NSHE institutions and programs
• Develop policies that promote acculturation of clinical trials in the health system and systematize subject recruitment strategies, such as opt-in/ opt-out programs.
• Contribute to work-force development/training initiatives targeting the development of lead site investigators, clinical research coordinators and other clinical research professionals
• Oversee his or her own investigator-initiated research portfolio with a goal of maintaining/attaining competitive external funding
• Lead efforts to obtain federal funds to expand infrastructure

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO; MD/PhD; DO/PhD
• 5+ years experience in clinical trials and research
• Experience commensurate with Associate or Full Professor rank
• 10+ years progressively responsible leadership management in clinical research including experience building successful research program or programs
• Experience in establishing and managing external partnerships between pharma or contract research orgs and academic health centers
• Demonstrated success as a research mentor
• Current grant or award funding
• Publications that are current, collaborative, and programmatic

Preferred Qualifications

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine will be utilizing a holistic review process weighing experiences, attributes, competencies and metrics to identify a diverse pool of qualified applicants. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Experience leading clinical operations in pharmacy, contract research, or clinical research
• Experience in large academic medical center (to include graduate medical education) or complex health organization
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Cultural Competence
• Innovation
• Change management
• Current clinical practice
• Research alignment with UNR Med landscape
• Established professional network via professional associations, collaborations, etc

Decision making authority

The ADCR/CCRO has the authority for strategic planning for clinical research and organizational development, taking into consideration institutional goals and boundaries of their resources. In conjunction with the Dean's Office, Renown’s Chief Academic Officer and Renown leadership, the ADCR/CCRO defines the goals for clinical research and executes those goals. The ADCR/CCRO defines and makes work assignment in conjunction with available budgets, personnel and sites. The ADCR/CCRO implements UNR Med and Renown policies and procedures throughout their unit and devises internal policies as necessary.

How decisions affect the school, Renown and University

Engaging in clinical research for the health of our community is a key aim of the Affiliation Agreement. Clinical research will make substantial contributions to the school of medicine’s clinical and teaching programs and aligns with opportunity to expand Graduate Medical Education in critical subspecialty areas. The successful development of high-quality clinical research is critical to the Affiliation’s success in achieving its overall clinical and academic excellence in addressing population health and community care needs. Successful leadership in this role directly impacts the University maintaining Carnegie R1 designation and progressing towards membership in the AAU.

Compensation Grade

Academic appointment commensurate with experience plus stipend for duties as the ADCR/CCRO

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, thirty (30) days of sick leave provided upon start date and two (2) days of sick leave accrued per full month after the first year of service, two (2) days of annual leave accrued each full month, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.  Dual Career Assistance Program

Department Information

For more information about the School of Medicine, please visit https://med.unr.edu/

For more information about Renown Health, please visit https://www.renown.org/en/

Search Contact

Julia Hochner

[email protected]

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

1) Resume/CV

2) Letters of Application (Cover letter)

3) Three professional references (include name, title, company/organization, email address, phone number)

4) One-page inclusivity statement: Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying. Please also highlight contributions you have made toward this goal in your previous role(s).

Required UNR Med Recruitment Survey

Please complete the survey at the link below; this 1-2 minute survey will allow us to understand our current status and the effectiveness of our efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion at UNR Med. Survey data will not be accessible by the department for which you are applying or the recruitment team.

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University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med)

For over 50 years the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) has trained physicians who are leading the way to 'A Healthy Nevada', nation, and world. Community-based and research-intensive, UNR Med is committed to our four-part mission of education, research, clinical service, and diversity. We show this commitment through our demonstrated core values: people are our strength, we innovate and improve, we serve with integrity, and we success with trust and respect.

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is an inclusive and engaged community. We recognize that diverse faculty and leaders add value to the educational experience and promote excellence in our teaching, patient care, and research missions. We seek applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to our mission and uphold our core values.

Our mission has guided our growth in graduating the next generation of primary and specialty care physicians and medical researchers while maintaining personalized instruction. The School of Medicine has statewide outreach with a local touch providing patient care, health services, and training physicians in Reno, Nevada and in the state’s rural communities. We are expanding provider education to train medical specialists as Medical Doctors as well as Speech Pathologists and Physician Assistants. We are actively expanding technologically-advanced infrastructure to keep pace with our world-class research to meet the needs of students, patients, and researchers. We seek to create an environment that serves all who enter our doors, from the physicians who teach our learners to our employees, patients, and students.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

07/1/2024

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

    

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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