Director of Imaging Research Development, SOM, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease

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The Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease & Metabolic Health (SSLI) at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Director of Imaging Research Development devoted to making a major contribution in translational research through ground-breaking imaging. 

At the Stravitz-Sanyal Liver Institute, we are pioneering imaging methodologies, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET), to design and deliver clinical studies for decision making and differentiation in future healthcare delivery.

As a Director of Imaging Research Development, you will have a focus on building sustainable internal and external relationships and locating, developing, negotiating, and contracting research agreements in SSLI’s strategic areas of interest.

Main Responsibilities: 

-Build and develop research strategies according to SSLI’s strategic goals
-Generate meetings and build sustainable business relationships with the goal of converting opportunity to executed research agreements
-Leverage SSLI’s internal imaging, operations expertise to provide tailored imaging solutions that meet the clinical development needs of potential sponsors
-Generate new research leads and manage the development process through contract execution
-Develop and maintain strategic and key internal and external relationships but also Key Opinion Leaders
-Bridge academic, scientific and clinical goals through advanced imaging: from cells to model organisms to advanced clinical trials
-Build financial modeling and charge masters for all secured projects to maximize ROI
-Oversee the budgeting and cost recovery process to ensure revenue is meeting intended projections

Minimum Hiring Standards: 

-Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication- and presentation skills.
-Strong strategic planning and consultative abilities.
-Master’s in healthcare or business administration or in a similar field.
-5-10 years of experience of Imaging solutions in either sales, business development or similar position gained with academic health systems, adjunct research organizations for pharma, or clinical trials.
-5-10 years of experience with financial modeling, including funding analyses and cost and revenue projections.
-Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including using formulas and functions in calculation and analysis
-Ability to identify, research, discuss, and resolve administrative and financial issues independently and as part of a team, set priorities that balance service and control, and manage and track multiple initiatives
-Understanding of FDA and industry reporting standards to ensure that operationally all projects are run to GLP standards
-Professional experience with lead generation and prospect management
-A valid driver’s license and safe driving record, with the ability to travel frequently including outside of the United States
-Resides in Richmond, VA
-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
-Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and interpret information for senior University leaders 

Preferred Qualifications: 

-Advanced degree, e.g., PhD, in life science or technical discipline, is highly desirable for the role, as is imaging related training, e.g., Advanced degree in MRI or PET, however not required.
-Experience with proposal support, including responding to RFPs and supporting cost volume development for competitive procurements preferred

Additional Information:

ORP Eligible: - YES
Hours / weeks - 40 hours weekly 
Title Details: Director of Imagining Research Development      
University Title: Associate Director RS 1-3   
University Code: (32334Y-32336Y)
University Job Family: Research & Innovation

The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. 

Demetria Patterson
demetria.patterson1@vcuhealth.org