Job Title: Director, Brain Health Research Institute Physical Location: Kent Campus, Kent, OH Salary: Basic Function: To direct the Brain Health Research Institute (BHRI) in a manner consistent with the University mission. Reports to Vice President for Research and Economic Development. Additional Basic Function – if applicable: Examples of Duties: Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Plan and direct all BHRI activities through a team of administrative, professional, and classified employees; oversee personnel administration and professional development of staff. Establish BHRI goals, objectives, and strategies; develop and implement programs and services to accomplish goals, improve the image of the University, thus helping to attract and retain students. Oversee and coordinate all research activity; maintain an active and productive research program. Evaluate and approve research proposals, which require use of BHRI facilities and/or resources. Foster and engage in collaborative research; build productive relationships with internal and external partners. Serve on university committees; represent BHRI at appropriate university bodies, committees, councils, etc. Perform related duties as assigned. Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable: Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree in neuroscience or a related field. Six years of higher education administrative and/or funded research experience including progressively increasing responsible leadership experience. Academic record sufficient to qualify for faculty appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure in the appropriate department. License/Certification: Valid Ohio Driver’s license Knowledge Of: Strategic planning* Budgeting* Personal computer applications * Skill In: Written and interpersonal communication * Ability To: Provide leadership and direction Analyze situations and develop effective solutions Work independently in a self-directed manner Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments * Collaborate and build partnerships with internal and external partners* Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: Assessments: Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Working Schedule: Additional Information: Must pass a security check. Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind. For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free. Disclaimer: The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.