Research Program Director at InsideHigherEd
Job Description
10/27/2025
Open Until Filled:Yes
Position Number:1129477
Position Title:Research Program Director
Hiring Range Minimum:$83,500
Hiring Range Maximum:$104,400
Union Type:Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:Exempt
Employment Category:Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year:12
Scheduled Hours per Week:40
Schedule:8-5
Potentially open to being remote 1 to 2 days per week.
Lebanon, NH
Williamson Translational Research Building
DH Campus
Onsite only
Is this a term position?:No
If yes, length of term in months.:NA
Is this a grant funded position?:Yes
Position Purpose:The Research Program Director provides executive oversight and strategic management of the NIH-funded Center for Quantitative Biology (CQB). Reporting to the CQB Director, this role ensures operational excellence, strategic growth, and long-term sustainability through coordination of research, education, mentoring, and administrative activities aligned with institutional and sponsor priorities.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences, public health, business administration, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience managing large federally funded research programs.
• 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.
• 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.
Jamie Ibey
Department Contact Phone Number:646-7080
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:Michael Whitfield, Chair
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 in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants: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 (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83692
Description:Strategic and Programmatic Leadership
• 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.
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Description:Center Operations and Research Administration
• 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.
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Description:Communication and External Relations
• 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.
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Description:Supervision and Staff Management
• Supervise and mentor administrative and professional staff.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, high-performing team culture.
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--:Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--:Performs other duties as assigned.
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