Research Development Manager, Renew Institute

Position Title Research Development Manager, Renew Institute

The RENEW Institute is seeking a Research Development Manager who will support the strategic growth and impact of RENEW through the development of interdisciplinary research initiatives, support of collaborative partnerships, identification of emerging opportunities, and promotion of research visibility and impact. Working closely with institute leadership, faculty, research centers, university partners, and external stakeholders, the position advances programs and activities that strengthen research capacity, foster collaboration, and support institutional priorities in areas including environmental health, climate resilience, public health, and related fields.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the growth and advancement of RENEW’s research portfolio by identifying emerging scientific, funding, policy, and partnership opportunities that align with institute priorities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance research capacity and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration across the university. Contribute to the development of new research initiatives, programs, and strategic partnerships.
• Facilitate the development of interdisciplinary and multi-institutional research collaborations that advance RENEW’s scientific mission and strategic priorities.
• Support the formation and development of interdisciplinary research teams addressing complex challenges in areas including environmental health, climate resilience, public health, and related fields.
• Support the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of research-related initiatives, programs, and special projects.
• Collaborate with institute leadership, faculty, and the Education and Outreach Director to support the development of programs that promote student education, mentoring, experiential learning, and workforce development.
• Advance the visibility, accessibility, and impact of RENEW research and programs. Work with institute leadership and communications personnel to promote research accomplishments and strategic initiatives.

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• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience supporting research, scientific programs, strategic initiatives, higher education administration, government programs, nonprofit organizations, or related activities or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex technical or scientific information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across disciplines, organizations, and stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

• Advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) in a scientific, environmental, public health, policy, or closely related field.
• Experience supporting research, scientific programs, strategic initiatives, higher education administration, government programs, nonprofit organizations, or related activities.
• Hands-on participation in interdisciplinary research, environmental health, sustainability, climate resilience, public health, or related research areas.
• Experience supporting research planning, strategic initiatives, team…