Director of Biomedical Research Network

The University of Southern Mississippi Biomedical Research Network is seeking outstanding applicants for the position of Director of the Biomedical Research Network coupled with a faculty position at the rank of Full or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications.

Director of Biomedical Research Network

The Director of the Biomedical Research Network (BRN) will provide energetic, collaborative, and visionary leadership, administrative guidance, and advocacy for the mission of the BRN in the areas of research, mentoring and community engagement. The BRN collaborates at multiple levels, across The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) campuses, state, community and other academic, government and not-for-profit organizations to promote and expand biomedical research through innovation and develop a skilled workforce.

The Director will also lead the Mississippi IDEA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (MSINBRE) which is supported by funds from the National Institutes of Health and The Office of the Vice President for Research to build biomedical research capacity throughout the state network, supporting faculty research, mentoring, student research participation and infrastructure. In addition to cultivating and advancing their own research, the Director is expected to lead, promote, and/or participate in collaborative research with diversified funding sources.

The position is full-time, 12-month, tenure track, and begins as early as August 2025. The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.