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Kelly Services® has been providing outstanding employment opportunities to the most talented individuals in the marketplace. We are proud to offer a full time Direct Hire opportunity to work as a Director of Translational Health Research Center located in Grand Rapids, MI.
Salary: $140k-$220k (DOE)
Job Description Summary
A leading research center in West Michigan is seeking a Senior Scientist or Engineer to serve as Director and lead the growth of a translational health research center. The role involves establishing a nationally visible research hub, fostering collaborations with industry, researchers, and clinicians, and driving external funding. The ideal candidate will build a robust research program in computational health areas such as bioinformatics, data analytics, AI, and medical image processing. The position offers affiliation with academic departments for qualified candidates.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead an externally funded research program.
- Foster collaborations with healthcare entities and academic institutions.
- Provide management oversight and leadership of the research center.
- Ensure a safe and compliant laboratory environment.
- Participate in relevant meetings and conferences, with occasional travel.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or M.D. in a health-related field (e.g., biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, etc.).
- Qualified to serve as a principal investigator on federal research grants.
- Proven experience in securing and managing federal grants.
- Strong record of research output and interdisciplinary team leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a research center director or administrator.
- Familiarity with federal grant management platforms (e.g., NIH ASSIST, FastLane).
- Prior interaction with institutional review boards (IRB, IACUC).
This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and educational assistance programs.
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