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Assistant Director, Research Development-Public Health

Brown University

Providence, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job Description:
About Brown
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world. Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page for further information.
About the Opportunity
The Assistant Director, Research Development (Public Health) is a member of the Research Strategy and Development team (RSD) within the Division of Research. The purpose of RSD is to catalyze creative scholarship by empowering individuals and teams to lead strategic research endeavors with global impact. The group works with faculty, the Vice President for Research, and senior leaders to provide research leadership, build research capacity, and enable federal funding for research at Brown. Our group offers strategic planning and team support for collaborative research proposals; identifies and disseminates federal funding opportunities; consults with individual faculty on their proposal development strategies; manages competitive and/or limited submission processes; develops and maintains relationships with mission-driven federal funding agencies; and helps connect and leverage Brown's research investments across the university to help coordinate and optimize federally funded research.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Research Development, the Assistant Director, Research Development, in coordination with senior leadership within the School of Public Health, will support the research goals of faculty within the Brown School of Public Health, relevant partners in the Warren Alpert Medical School (WAMS) and the Brown Innovation and Research Collective for Health (BIRCH). The Assistant Director, Research Development, will undertake the following responsibilities:
  • Faculty relationship management: establish collaborative relationships with faculty who are eligible to submit federal funding proposals; reach out to new faculty to provide guidance on a career in research; support current individual faculty proposals; learn about faculty research agendas in assigned portfolio and identify potential funding targets.
  • Proposal development: provide research development support and coaching for proposals in assigned public health disciplines; identify federal funding opportunities, assist in the writing of non-technical components; develop broader impacts, community engagement, and recruitment strategies by liaising with other offices and community partners.
  • Institutional relationships: support the RSD leadership in building and strengthening relationships with mission-driven health agencies and, in collaboration with Corporate and Foundation Relations (in the Division of Advancement), philanthropic organizations.
  • Technical workshops: assist in the creation of workshops, support and coaching for faculty research and teaming; focus on skills such as NIH grant writing (R, K, and P series), community-engaged research frameworks, and advancing inclusive excellence and health equity in research.

Job Qualifications
Education and Experience
  • Graduate degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Health Sciences field, or related field required: doctoral degree preferred.
  • At least 5+ years of related experience in a university, federal agency, research institute, or health-related organization.
  • Experiential knowledge (proposal writing, program management, agency experience) of federal funding agencies specific to health (NIH and its many institutes and centers, CDC, etc.) required.

Job Competencies
  • Microsoft and Google suite tools; competent with spreadsheets and databases.
  • Ability to work independently, coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects.
  • Strong organizational and customer service skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex health research concepts for non-technical components of a grant.

Additional Information
Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter with their application.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-04-21
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Director, Research Development-Public Health
Department:
Office of Research Strategy and Development
Grade:
Grade 11
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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