Seeking qualified candidate with a PhD in life sciences discipline, MD, or DVM with a minimum of eight years prior experience managing NIH grants, contracts or projects in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry environment.  Must be proficient in project management methodologies, have demonstrated success in generating/developing funding streams through successful proposal submissions; an outstanding publication record and documented combination of education, experience, and training to qualify as a study director within specified programs. Must be able to lead execution of large complex projects involving multiple technical staff at varying levels of expertise.  Must be able to respond quickly to new funding opportunities while, at the same time, provide  support to existing projects.  Prior successful experience in a Contract Research Organization is highly preferred.  Qualified candidate must be able to positively interact and communicate with individuals across the organization at all levels and positively engage current and potential funding sponsors within the government and private sector. Candidate must be able to work in a team environment and be capable of supporting and participating in related ongoing project lead by others.  Must be able to be able to collaborate with others to accomplish a common goal.  

Prior documented experience working in infectious disease research, particularly virology, immunology, biomarkers, and animal models (small animal or NHP models) of infectious diseases.  Well known standing in the field of human pathogenic viruses preferred.  Experience in respiratory viruses, antiviral therapeutics, or vaccine discovery and development preferred.  Prior GLP experience preferred.  Must be able to obtain clearance for select agents.  This position will work in a BSL2 and BSL3 plus environment and therefore must be able to meet the medical and vaccination requirements.

This position is responsible for obtaining funding for and ensuring the successful execution of projects awarded.  This position, as the study director of awarded projects, is responsible for the overall technical conduct of the study; interpretation, analysis, documentation, and reporting of results; issuance of study protocols and amendments; adherence to study protocols and amendments; following GLP practices; meeting all contract deliverables; and maintaining a positive relationship with the client.  This position also ensures the quality of the product or service delivered; manages project budget and risk factors; and uses project management methodologies to ensure that projects are managed effectively.   We operate in a matrix environment.  This position may or may not have direct reports.  Regardless of direct reporting technical staff, this position is responsible for the supervision of any/all individuals supporting the project to ensure high quality outcomes.  This position is responsible for providing performance feedback to individuals supporting projects through informal and formal performance management processes.   This position coordinates necessary technical talent with other project leaders and supervisors to ensure project needs are met.  This position trains and develops others as necessary, provides mentoring and coaching, and seeks input from others when necessary.  Prior supervision/leadership experience helpful.  This position will report to the Director of Infectious Disease Research or the Program Leader.

Work Environment & Conditions: Individuals who will enter BSL-2/BSL-3 labs must: satisfactorily complete medical requirements; obtain applicable vaccinations; pass and maintain in depth security and background checks, including clearance to handle select agents; wear required PPE; and must have effective communication skills. All offers of employment (and continued employment) are subject to drug testing.

Applications must be made online at http://www.southernresearch.org / for position sr-02194