Director Of Strategic Initiatives & Communications - Neuroscience

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Base: $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 annually; bonus/equ...
7 years relevant experience
Strategic planning execution
Financial resource management
The Director serves as a senior executive leader and principal strategic advisor to the Department Chair, translating long-term priorities into executable plans

Job Summary

  • The Director serves as a senior executive leader and principal strategic advisor to the Department Chair, translating long-term priorities into executable plans.
  • This role provides functional leadership over communications, advancement integration, innovation, and external partnerships to position the department as a research leader.
  • Washington University offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

The Director serves as a senior executive leader and principal strategic advisor to the Department Chair, translating long-term priorities into executable plans.

Salary

Base: $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 403(b) with 7% match, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years relevant experience
  • strategic planning execution
  • financial resource management
  • research funding strategy
  • external partnership development

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree preferred
  • change management expertise
  • stakeholder engagement skills
  • inclusive culture championing
  • commercialization experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 7 years of relevant experience
  • 10 years leading strategic planning efforts (preferred)
  • No specific certification required

Work Rights

Not specified

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