The Senior Associate Director-Research (Sr AD-Research) serves in a senior role as the technical subject matter expert developing and implementing new tools to accelerate the eradication of Guinea worm disease. Responsible for strengthening key research pillars. This includes driving and supporting project design, implementation and programmatic innovation to understand disease etiology and vectors, develop diagnostics, manage clinical trials, and maximize genomic applications. In addition, the Sr AD-Research is responsible for supporting technical working groups and routine cross-collaboration. Under the direction of the Director, the Sr AD provides technical and operational leadership to the teams and supports the program’s visibility and knowledge production overall and in key thematic areas through organizational reports, peer-reviewed publications, and active engagement and advocacy with partners. Will be responsible for facilitating, convening and disseminating findings in national and international fora. Also, manages applied research conducted by internal/external partners, supports proposal development and partner relationship-building to advance the research agenda. The Sr AD manages budgets and supervises technical and support staff. Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for strengthening key research pillars. This includes driving and supporting project design, implementation, and programmatic innovation to understand disease etiology and vectors, develop diagnostics, manage clinical trials, and maximize genomic applications.
• In addition, the Sr AD-Research is responsible for supporting technical working groups and routine cross-collaboration. Under the direction of the Director, the Sr AD provides technical and operational leadership to the teams and supports the program's visibility and knowledge production overall and in key thematic areas through organizational reports, peer-reviewed publications, and active engagement and advocacy with partners.
• Will be responsible for facilitating, convening, and disseminating findings in national and international fora.
• Also, manages applied research conducted by internal/external partners, and supports proposal development and partner relationship-building to advance the research agenda.
• The Sr AD manages budgets and supervises technical and support staff.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A doctoral degree in a field related to area of research and seven years of related experience at a senior level, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Previous supervisory and program/project management experience and international health research management experience post-training is required. International travel required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree in epidemiology, infectious disease ecology, veterinary medicine, or other public health-related field.
• Senior-level experience related to international health research management and grantmaking experience, along with a demonstrated proficiency in project management, developing and implementing activities, staff supervision, budget preparation, and execution.
• Experience in infectious disease surveillance programs and diagnostics.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Fluency in French is desired.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leadership, developing and implementing public/animal health activities in LMIC settings, staff supervision, budget preparation and execution, and partnership building.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple complex research projects with diverse stakeholders from inception to completion.
• A history of working with community-based public health programs or community development in Africa.
• Dynamic team leader and team builder.
• Extensive professional network and demonstrated experience establishing public/private partnerships with multifaceted organizations.
• Effective writing, analytic, presentation, and organizational skills.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The Carter Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.