Associate Dean for Research
Company: Colorado State University
Location: Denver
Posted on: March 14, 2025
Job Description:
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a
thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the
human condition through world-class teaching, research, and
service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere,
and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow,
and make a lasting impact.To ensure full consideration,
applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
03/03/2025.Position SummaryThe Associate Dean for Research (ADR) is
a key leadership position in the College of Veterinary Medicine and
Biomedical Sciences. The ADR serves as a member of the Dean's
leadership team and is a member of the college's executive council.
The person in this position represents CVMBS research programs
internally and externally to the college and university, including
the CSU Council of Research Associate Deans, and serves as the
primary liaison to the Office of the Vice President for Research on
research-related matters. The individual facilitates CVMBS research
success by recruiting and recommending resources for pilot grant
programs, core facilities, undergraduate and graduate research
support, research facility and equipment needs, interdisciplinary
teaming, and other activities and research needs. The ADR supports
the breadth of CSU CVMBS' biomedical science to veterinary clinical
research portfolio through advocacy and identification of research
opportunities and programs to support CVMBS research success.The
ADR must be an innovative and strategic thinker who can build
consensus among a diverse faculty and prioritize college
investments in research, and who is committed to others achieving
success through the process of research and discovery. The ADR is
expected to have a strong background in research relevant to CVMBS,
exhibited by successful independent and/or collaborative research,
and/or through leadership of large, complex research programs. The
ADR is fluent with federal, state, not-for-profit, industrial,
gift, and other extramural sources of research funding, and is
familiar with both clinical trials and the commercialization
process. Reflecting college and institutional values, candidates
are expected to have the ability to advance the College's
commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and
support research programs that advance these
priorities.DutiesLeadership - 30%
- Primary advocate for CVMBS internal/external research
priorities
- Member of CVMBS Executive Council and Dean's Advisory
Committee
- Member of Council of Research Associate Deans and advisory to
VP for Research
- Represents CSU in national organizations that promote
veterinary and biomedical research
- Provides advocacy for legislative issues that promote CVMBS
research programs and competitiveness
- Serves as a key advisor and consultant in biomedical and
veterinary research for the college and university.
- Develop proposals for support of interdisciplinary research and
training programs, research facility
renovation/construction/infrastructure.
- Leads an office of 4 employees in support of CVMBS research
administrationAdministration - 50%
- Oversees research administrative efforts for the college to
ensure effectiveness, efficiency, relevancy, and compliance.
- Oversees and administers ADR budget and associated
activities/expenditures.
- Oversees annual conflict of interest process for the college in
conjunction with COI office as appropriate.
- Completes and discusses annual performance reviews with direct
reports, mentoring and guiding them in their own professional
development.
- Serves as primary reviewer/editor of AAVMC Annual Report for
research purposes, AVMA Standard 10 Annual Report, AVMA Interim
Report, and others as required.
- Advocate for clinical, translational, basic, and educational
research in biomedical science and comparative medicine.
- Create a collaborative culture and build consensus among
diverse faculty and all four CVMBS departments to help link
clinical and basic science research to enhance translational
innovations.
- Develop and support initiatives that increase justice, equity,
diversity, and inclusion across our research enterprise.
- Provide oversight and support of CVMBS undergraduate and
veterinary student research programs, as well as professional
development opportunities for graduate students, postdoctoral
fellows, and research staff.
- Work closely with Department Heads and Associate Deans to
foster new experiential research learning opportunities for
undergraduate students, veterinary students, and medical
students.
- Work with college leadership to develop college vision and to
plan and implement strategic initiatives.Scholarly Activity -
negotiable, up to 20%
- May maintain an active research program
- May participate in collaborative research efforts
- May participate in teaching or other educational
missionsRequired Job Qualifications
- Advanced academic or professional degree (PhD, DVM, MD, or
equivalent) in biomedical or closely-related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in veterinary translational/clinical
research, and/or research that impacts both human and animal
health.
- Experience in development of collaborative and/or research
proposals.
- Demonstrated success in educating and mentoring a diversity of
trainees.
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills managing a
diverse research portfolio and associated personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse colleagues, including
students, staff, faculty, college leadership, academic
administration, national peers, and other diverse
stakeholders.Preferred Job Qualifications
- Professor with tenure or equivalent experience in the
field.
- Prior research funding in veterinary translational/clinical
research and/or biomedical research.
- Excellent publication record in research areas relevant to
CVMBS.
- Experience with various funding mechanisms, including federal
agencies, foundations, and industry.Special Instructions to
ApplicantsAlong with a resume or CV, applicants must submit the
following: (1) a cover letter addressing how their
education/experience aligns with each of the minimum and preferred
qualifications listed in the job posting, (2) a statement on their
philosophy of research and vision for the role, (3) contact
information for three professional references (two of which should
be from individuals outside of CVMBS). For full consideration,
applications must be received by Monday, March 3, 2025, 11:59 PM.
For the full posting and to apply visit:
https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/156752.CSU is committed to full
inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance
or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the
listed search contact.Colorado State University strives to provide
a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff,
volunteers, and students. To support this environment and comply
with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background
checks for the finalist before a final offer.EEO: Colorado State
University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
laws.Search Contact: Megan Smith, megan.l.smith@colostate.edu
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