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University of Pennsylvania · 3 months ago

Founding Director of The Lurie Autism Institute

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

The University of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, is seeking a Founding Director for the Lurie Autism Institute. This role involves leading the newly established institute focused on advancing research in autism, setting strategic vision, and building a strong reputation for excellence in the field.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the chief academic and administrative leader of the newly established institute

Set the institute’s strategic vision

Foster a vibrant and collaborative research environment

Build a strong national and international reputation for excellence

Qualification

MD degreeAutism research expertiseLeadership experienceFaculty recruitmentPhilanthropic fundraisingStrategic visionMentorship

Required

Qualified candidates hold a PhD and/or MD degree

Candidates qualify for faculty appointment as Associate Professor or Professor rank in the Standing Faculty of the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) at the University of Pennsylvania

Candidates must have a track record of leading and contributing to the scholarship of autism

Significant, successful administrative leadership experience at a thriving academic health sciences center

Experience with recruitment and development of faculty

A reputation for mentorship

Track record of or aptitude for interacting with donors and raising philanthropic funds

Achievement in articulating a compelling vision for the future of autism research

Understanding of the role of the institute within highly regarded academic medical centers

Knowledge of the field of autism in general