Director - Research Program - MaineHealth Institute for Research - MaineHealth : Job Details

Description

MaineHealth Institute for Research

Management/Leadership Req #: 22154

Summary

Summary:

This position is for applicants interested in joining the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) in support of community engagement research, partnership efforts related to population health research, and in collaborating on MaineHealth-wide initiatives, as part of MHIR's Center for Interdisciplinary Population & Health Research (CIPHR).

Responsibilities will include working with community partners to identify health and research priorities; promoting multi-directional engagement for clinicians, researchers, and communities; developing investigator and staff skills in community engagement; assessing impact of community-based research initiatives; and disseminating academic and non-academic products of community-engaged research. It is expected the Director will be an excellent communicator and foster positive relationships among stakeholders. The Director will be responsible for the supervision and oversight of research staff supporting community engagement initiatives. The Director will also be expected to be able to serve as key personnel on community engagement funding proposals, will contribute to obtaining external funding, and contribute to the strategic direction of community-engaged research within the Center for Interdisciplinary & Population Health. Experience with community health needs in the state of Maine preferred.

This hybrid position is located at our Westbrook, Maine location, with the balance of remote vs. onsite time negotiable. There may be some need to travel throughout Maine for on-site meetings with community partners and stakeholders.

The MaineHealth application, a cover letter, and a resume or CV are all required elements for application to this position.

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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education: Bachelor's degree with 8 years applicable experience; Master's or Professional Degree preferred.

Experience: Demonstrated experience in administration and the management of staff.

Skills should include ability to troubleshoot issues with regard to the program or office.

Visual acuity, manual dexterity, math skills, and research acumen required.

Must have good organizational and personnel management skills, communication skills, both personal and written, business skills and a strategic planning acumen.

Must have a working knowledge of administrative policy, and federal regulations e.g. DOL, USCIS, Health Care, Research or other applicable field.

Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Lauren E. Robare at [email protected]