Alzheimer's Association® · 2 weeks ago
Director of Texas Research Strategy & Partnerships
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expThe Alzheimer's Association is seeking a dynamic, mid-career scientist to advance Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research strategy across Texas. This role involves serving as a scientific leader and connector to accelerate impactful research and effective implementation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) priorities.
HealthcareNon ProfitHealth Care
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Alzheimer’s Association leadership and Texas interested parties to develop and implement strategies aligned with DPRIT priorities
Identify and advance opportunities for collaboration with Texas institutions and the Alzheimer’s Association that accelerate dementia research, prevention, and care innovation across Texas
Translate scientific goals into actionable programs, partnerships, and initiatives
Convene, facilitate and participate in DPRIT related meetings, workshops, and cross-sector forums among universities, health systems, research centers, and community partners
Build and maintain strong relationships with Texas academic investigators, institutional leaders, clinicians, and policymakers
Identify DPRIT/Alzheimer's Association collaborative opportunities for multi-institutional collaborations, joint proposals, and shared infrastructure
Serve as a trusted scientific liaison representing the Alzheimer’s Association statewide on any DPRIT related collaboration/program
Provide scientific insight and subject matter expertise to inform strategy, funding priorities, and program design
Monitor emerging trends in Alzheimer’s and dementia research and recommend innovative approaches, specifically as they relate to opportunity within DPRIT
Support alignment of DPRIT and/or Alzheimer’s Association research investments with community and health system needs
Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, funders, and community stakeholders
Represent the Alzheimer’s Association at conferences, institutional meetings, and statewide events
Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented culture among partners
Qualification
Required
PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, public health, biomedical sciences, or related field
5–10+ years of research, clinical research, or research administration experience
Demonstrated experience working with academic, clinical, or research institutions
Proven ability to build partnerships and lead cross-organizational initiatives
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Texas
Preferred
Experience with state-level research initiatives or public-private partnerships
Familiarity with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or aging research
Experience convening multidisciplinary stakeholders or leading collaborative networks
Experience in nonprofit, foundation, or research funding environments
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing
Gold standard 401(k) retirement plan
Annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing
Company
Alzheimer's Association®
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.1MKey Investors
Stupski FoundationIllinois Prairie Community Foundation
2025-08-14Grant· $0.1M
2023-01-01Grant
Leadership Team
David Sobel
President & CEO
Jim Wessler
President and CEO
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