The University of Texas Medical Branch
Vice President & Vice Provost for Research
Job Description: 

The Vice President and Vice Provost, Research, will be responsible for providing executive level leadership including the development and implementation of standards to advance the Academic Enterprise research community. Major emphasis will include overseeing and managing projects and relationships that drive the development of clinical trial program enhancement; student research opportunities; space utilization; funded and unfunded research programs; research strategic plans; and the infrastructure to support Institutes, Cores, Centers and the Biorepository. The incumbent will also align the equipment committee and oversee efforts around the Scientific Affairs and the Institutional Office of Nonregulatory Nonclinical studies. The Vice President and Vice Provost, Research, will create synergy through innovation aligned with the Institution’s strategic plan.

Essential Job Functions:

Provide oversight, structure, and coordination of Academic Enterprise student research and opportunities that encourages students to engage in research, innovation, and entrepreneurial endeavors.Oversee and coordinate research space allocation and assignment for the Academic Enterprise.Oversee unfunded research programs and plan the strategic direction using benchmark data aligned with research goals and strategic vision.Oversee and advance UTMB’s clinical trials programs in support of advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care through rigorous scientific evaluation. Oversee activities and develop the requisite infrastructure to support UTMB’s Institutes, Centers, Cores and Biorepository facilities. Develop a strategic plan for UTMB procured/shared equipment and lead the Equipment Committee by continuing to assess and inventory needed and existing equipment. Engage with key stakeholders to align organizational goals to prioritize based on criticality, impact, and technological advancements. Collaborate with Department chairs to coordinate Vice Chairs of Research activities; implement an agenda with regular communication, shared vision and feedback loop that supports development of the research enterprise. This may include definition of goals and responsibilities for Vice Chairs of Research, collaboration across departments, and resource allocation/reallocation. Oversee UTMB’s Scientific Affairs and Institutional Office of Nonregulatory Nonclinical StudiesTrack progress against project plans, generate status updates, and communicate progress and issues to leadership. Maintain a continuing knowledge of scientific advances occurring within academia. Lead efforts to disseminate research findings through publications, presentations, and other media.

Marginal or Periodic Functions: 

Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.Performs related duties as required.Other duties as assigned by the Vice President and Chief Research Officer, Provost, or President.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to generate cooperation amongst stakeholders.Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members and enhance intellectual capital.Create an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives thrive.Ability to adapt, learn and solve novel problems.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex scientific and operational challenges. Ability to oversee institution-wide committees using best practices.A passion for research and commitment to professionalism. 

Minimum Qualifications:

MD or PhD or equivalent terminal degree with a minimum of 10 years of academic experience and leadership. Demonstrated success in securing extramural funding. 

Preferred Qualifications:

MD or PhD with 10-15 years of progressive academic research experience and leadership.Demonstrated success in securing funding for scientific research initiatives. 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0133 - Administration Bldg

Job

Executive - Research

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Exec / Faculty / Physician

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Apr 19, 2024, 3:55:11 PM
Galveston, TX