Research Scientific Program Director, Department of Pediatrics

The University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics , invites applications for the inaugural position of Research Program Scientific Director.

This role will play a pivotal part in establishing and executing a growth oriented research infrastructure, spanning basic science to translational research. We are seeking an innovative leader deeply committed to research, with exceptional project management skills, and a talent for fostering collaboration across diverse teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in designing and implementing multifaceted research programs, securing funding, and catalyzing collaboration and innovation. Reporting directly to the Vice Chair for Research within the Department of Pediatrics, the Research Program Scientific Director will collaborate closely with the Chair, Chief Operating Officer, Research Program Financial Director, faculty, and stakeholders to shape the future of pediatric research at UVA.

For insights into the mission of the UVA Department of Pediatrics and the UVA Children’s Hospital, please visit: https://med.virginia.edu/pediatrics/

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Collaborate with leaders to develop a comprehensive research strategy for the Department.

• Work collaboratively to implement the Department's overarching research strategic vision.

• Develop a recruitment strategy to enhance Departmental research by leveraging the strengths of new recruits, aiming to bolster Departmental NIH and other sponsored funding.

• Establish and maintain mechanisms to reduce silos across the Department.

• Work closely with the Vice Chair for Research and faculty to provide support during funding bridges, ensuring smooth coordination and assistance.

• Oversee laboratory renovations in collaboration with divisional administrative resources.

• Collaborate on efficient management of space allocations.

• Ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations are integrated into hiring plans.

• Contribute to the Department's social media presence related to its research mission.

• Additionally, undertake other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience.

• Experience: At least seven years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD with at least five years of relevant experience.

This position is a restricted. This is an Exempt level, benefited position.  For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits . 

This position will remain open until filled.  The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

Physical Demands:

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA

To Apply:

Please apply through  Careers at UVA , and search for R0057847.

Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs" and search for R0057847 .

Complete an application online with the following documents:

•   CV

• Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.  Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Yelena Markazyan, Academic Recruiter at [email protected]

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.