Director of Clinical Sciences (TFGH) at Emory University

Decatur, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Expertise, Data Analysis, Public Health, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Quality Assurance, Problem Solving, Technical Expertise, Scientific Studies, Manuscript Development, Employee Performance Evaluation, International Experience, Surveillance Programs, Team Management, Low-Resource Community Experience

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position plays a critical role in supporting the programmatic goals, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the successful execution of CHAMPS activities across three core operational areas: Pathology Services, Clinical Cause of Death Determination (DeCoDe), and Laboratory Science. Scientific and Clinical Expertise (50%): Directs and manages the quality assurance system for minimally invasive tissue sampling (MITS) and DeCoDe results for the CHAMPS network Oversees and manages processes to resolve data quality issues, working in collaboration with sites, the Senior Epidemiologist, and the Informatics Business Unit Director Provides clinical expertise and guidance to sites on the DeCoDe process and results Provides clinical and analytic expertise to site scientists on data analysis and manuscript development Leads and provides technical expertise and guidance on special scientific studies on the CHAMPS Platform Coordinates and prepares documents, special reports, and special analysis for CHAMPS leadership and donors Leadership and Management (50%): Leads the CHAMPS clinical team that consists of the Provides oversight and support to lab and diagnostic experts on the team Provides supervision and guidance to staff to troubleshoot and solve problems, enabling the team members to carry out their responsibilities and tasks efficiently and effectively. Tracks progress and evaluates employee performance through reviews and sets key performance indicators to measure success Works closely with other CHAMPS managers to promote collaborations and to keep lines of communication open with other Program Office Units and teams Represents CHAMPS at scientific conferences and meetings Participates in Site Strategy and Implementation Unit leadership meetings and other Program Office meetings TRAVEL: up to 20% international travel MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Medical degree with 5-8 years of clinical experience working in global health, infectious disease, or maternal and child health Experience working with a surveillance or research program domestically or globally Experience managing and working with medical and scientific staff in field sites PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 5-10 years of experience working with an international multi-site network Experience working in low-resource communities Experience coordinating and managing technical and scientific workgroups Solid data analysis and public health experience Excellent writing and communication skills Experience developing peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts Ability to work across organizational teams and manage program priorities NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

The Director of Clinical Sciences will manage the quality assurance system for minimally invasive tissue sampling and oversee data quality issues within the CHAMPS network. Additionally, they will lead the clinical team, providing guidance and support to ensure effective execution of programmatic goals.