Education Research Consulting Director

Employer Industry: Management Consulting in Higher Education and Healthcare

• Salary up to $225,000
• Total estimated compensation range, including incentives, up to $303,750
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a collaborative consulting firm
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Engage in meaningful work that impacts clinical research and improves student outcomes
• Chance to lead and mentor high-performing teams in a dynamic environment

• Lead complex, multidisciplinary clinical research consulting engagements from scoping through delivery and measurable impact
• Set strategic direction across client engagements by prioritizing initiatives and aligning work to institutional goals
• Serve as a trusted advisor to university and hospital leadership on research strategy and regulatory compliance
• Build and manage a portfolio of client relationships to drive repeat work and expansion opportunities
• Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams by defining roles and fostering a strong culture of collaboration

• 10+ years of management consulting experience or progressive leadership in a clinical or academic research environment
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
• Deep expertise in clinical trial management and execution within university or healthcare settings
• Advanced knowledge of federal regulations governing clinical research and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex, enterprise-scale engagements

• Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, or related field)
• Prior consulting experience in higher education, academic medicine, or healthcare
• Demonstrated thought leadership, including publications or conference presentations