The Assistant Director will provide scientific and administrative support to the operations of the Iowa Neuroscience Institute. This includes the writing and editing of research proposals to obtain external funding for mentoring and training programs and the administration of such training grants including recruitment class enrollment and matching of participants with appropriate laboratories. The Assistant Director will partner with Iowa Neuroscience Institute faculty to contribute to data analysis and to write edit and review publications and grant application components. Finally the Assistant Director will have responsibility for community engagement and event programming.
Position Responsibilities:
Specialized Services/ Application of Research Protocols
o Provide scientific technical and administrative leadership and expertise in the operations of the Iowa Neuroscience Institute.
Educate Train and Consult
o Assist with mentoring and training programs of the Iowa Neuroscience Institute. May present educational courses or seminars on field of expertise.
Research Proposals/Grants
o Write research proposals and grants for various agencies to secure external funding for training mentoring and research. Support the development of collaborative teams of investigators for training grants center grants and program project grants.
Literature Review/ Data Analysis
o Oversee and/or participate in the investigation and critical analysis of literature. Develop new data analysis techniques or methodology. Contribute to the publication records of others; may be listed as an author on manuscripts for publications. Write papers grants and other supporting documents.
Service
o Engage in scholarly research and educational activities which may include serving on scientific review panels reviewing papers and proposals and serving on Ph.D. dissertation committees. May serve in a leadership role in scientific and/or professional societies.
Human Resources/Supervision
o May hire develop and manage the performance of staff; assure staff is compliant with UI policies and procedures.
Percent of Time:100%
Staff Type:Professional & Scientific
Pay Grade:7A - Highlights
Education Requirements:
Experience Requirements:
Ability to review papers and proposals
5 years of productive research experience focusing on topics of broad interest in neuroscience.
Ability to foster an environment in which excellence in research teaching and scholarship can flourish.
Experience and interest in developing interdisciplinary training and research programs.
Significant experience and skill in scientific writing and communication.
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer software applications.
Desired Qualifications:
Record of innovative and effective administrative and fiscal leadership.
Record of excellent interpersonal skills.
Positive interactions with students staff and faculty.
Record of high-quality scientific publications as a primary author.
Experience with the writing editing and revision of grant applications to NIH other federal agencies and/or private foundations.
Application Process:In order to be considered applicants must upload a CV or resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions on this position please reach out to Anne Beyerink
Required Experience:
Director
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