University of Kentucky · 4 months ago
Associate Dean, Research
Greater Lexington Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
2+ years expThe University of Kentucky, College of Social Work (CoSW) is a renowned leader in social work. The Associate Dean for Research is the primary leader for the development and conduct of research within the College of Social Work, responsible for conceptualizing and leading the implementation of the college’s strategic research vision.
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Responsibilities
Advances an impactful vision for the CoSW research enterprise
Develops, communicates, and assesses the creative vision for CoSW’s research enterprise
Articulates clear strategies for advancing CoSW research endeavors
Coordinates with the Executive Director of Centers and Labs to deploy integrated strategies for expanding CoSW’s Centers and Labs apparatus
Establishes, tracks, and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for CoSW researchers
Collaborates with the Office of the Dean to develop research financial projections for management and planning purposes
Engages in strategic outreach that yields fruitful research collaborations
Facilitates collaborative relationships and initiatives among CoSW investigators and other UK units, as well as other national/international scholars and community stakeholders
Acts as the liaison between CoSW, VPR , Institutional Review Board ( IRB ), and other entities involved in research activities
Partners with CoSW and UK Marketing/Communication teams to disseminate information about research activities, awards, and accomplishments
Expands interdisciplinary and translational research activity in a way consistent with the Office of the Provost’s Quality Enhancement Plan ( QEP )
Promotes research competency among CoSW stakeholders
Supports mentorship structures to promote the development of new and established investigators
Conducts periodic assessment of developmental needs of investigators to provide appropriate guidance and support
Works with Office of Sponsored Projects Administration ( OSPA ), Office of Corporate Philanthropy, and others to identify potential funding sources for CoSW investigators
Provides insight and participate in ongoing faculty/staff reviews, evaluations, and distributions of research effort
Fosters a supportive, collaborative research culture in CoSW
Procures and manages resources – financial and otherwise – to promote research capacity (including incentive programs, etc.)
Fosters an infrastructure consistent with developing strong research networks between CoSW researchers and external partners
Establishes policies, practices, and protocols consistent with research excellence
Cultivates an expansive environment consistent with CoSW’s Forward, Together Plan , and tenets outlined in accreditation standards (e.g., SACS , CSWE EPAS , etc.)
Qualification
Required
An earned doctorate
Two years of administration or management experience OR a history of progressively responsible administrative/leadership experience
An outstanding research record commensurate with an Associate Professor or Professor, including experience as principal investigator for competitive research grants and/or demonstrated success in attracting support for research from the private sector
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Company
University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky is a public, research-extensive, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in teaching, research, health care, cultural enrichment, and economic development for over 150 years.
Founded in 1983Lexington, Kentucky, USA
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Funding
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