Vice Chair of Research, Psychological Services & Behavioral Health Service Line / Senior Research Scientist

Behavioral Health Service Line / Senior Research Scientist

Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute (RDCRI), Akron Children's

Position Summary :

The Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute (RDCRI) seeks a highly experienced and motivated clinical researcher to serve as Vice Chair of Research for the Psychological Services & Behavioral Health Service Line (“Service Line”) and as a Senior Research Scientist. This dual-role position integrates leadership, research, education, and administrative responsibilities to advance the mission of RDCRI and Akron Children's.

The successful candidate will lead independent and collaborative research initiatives, oversee scientific resources, mentor junior scientists and trainees, and contribute to the strategic development of behavioral health research and education programs.

Key Responsibilities

Research Leadership

• Develop, maintain, and lead an independent, funded research program.
• Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on multisite and institutional projects.
• Lead interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research teams.
• Design and oversee scientific studies, including protocol development, data management, and quality assurance.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities; prepare and submit grant proposals and manuscripts.
• Disseminate research findings through publications and presentations.

Strategic and Administrative Oversight

Education and Mentorship

Qualifications

Doctorate (PhD, MD / PhD, OD / PhD, OD, DMin).

Minimum 7 years of independent and collaborative research experience.

Proven track record of research funding and senior authorship in high impact journals.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated success in mentoring and academic leadership.

Work Environment

Office, home office, and community settings.

Standard hours : Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM–4 : 30 PM; occasional evenings / weekends.

Must be able to lift / move up to 50 pounds occasionally.