Senior Scientific Manager, Women’s Health Research

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven‑based community‑eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Overview The Scientific Advisor, Women’s Health Research at Yale (WHRY) will report to the Women’s Health Research at Yale Center Director and serve as principal scientific advisor. This role is responsible for coordinating scientific activities across the center and collaborative, leading strategic grant development and submission efforts, and overseeing scientific writing responsibilities. The Scientific Advisor will also support Dr. Safdar’s lab, including grant writing, manuscript preparation, and publication. WHRY Has Three Major Pillars Initiating and supporting innovative research and interdisciplinary research partnerships. Cultivating an active and engaged collaborative to connect, support, and amplify a pipeline of investigators committed to women’s health research. Translating and disseminating science locally, nationally, and internationally to improve the lives of women for the benefit of all. Key Responsibilities Grant Development, Writing and Funding Strategy Serve as primary scientific architect for major submissions, leading grant writing efforts as writer, editor, coordinator, and liaison. Identify and pursue federal, foundation, and private funding opportunities in consultation with the Director to support the growth of the center’s research portfolio and infrastructure. Support investigators on funding strategy, competitiveness, and portfolio development. Interdisciplinary Research Coordination and Scientific Oversight Coordinate scientific initiatives within WHRY and between Yale School of Medicine departments. Provide scientific guidance to the WHRY pilot program, including advising on thematic priorities, reviewer selection, and alignment with long‑term funding strategy. Review progress of funded projects and work closely with investigators to recommend strategic course adjustments for optimal success. Contribute to publications, scientific reports, and progress updates as appropriate. Support dissemination efforts that amplify WHRY scientific impact through content development, national positioning, symposia, and research programming for the collaborative and external audiences. Safdar Lab Research Program Administration Assist the PI with new grant submissions and contracts, preparing non‑scientific regulatory documents, budgets, human subject protection plans, and other grant components. Collaborate with IBO, YCCI, and IRB staff for grant submissions, regulatory document management, financial reporting, and effort reports. Provide regulatory oversight for ongoing and new studies. Lead and manage the preparation, writing, review, and publication of scientific manuscripts. Coordinate with investigators, fellows, and trainees to develop manuscript drafts and integrate feedback. Perform other duties as needed. Required Skills and Abilities Demonstrated experience with NIH grant writing, submission, and grant administration. Proven ability to develop and strategically position grants to align with institutional priorities. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions and manage multiple priorities. Principal Responsibilities Initiate and support innovative research and interdisciplinary research partnerships. Cultivate an active and engaged collaborative to connect, support, and amplify a pipeline of investigators. Translate and disseminate science locally, nationally, and internationally. Serve as primary scientific architect for major submissions. Identify and pursue opportunities in consultation with the Director for federal, foundation, and private funding. Support investigators on funding strategy, competitiveness, and portfolio development. Prepare non‑scientific regulatory documents and budgets for grants. Collaborate with departmental staff for grant submissions, regulatory document management, financial reporting, and effort reports. Provide regulatory oversight for ongoing and new studies. Lead and manage the preparation, writing, review, and publication of scientific manuscripts. Coordinate with investigators, fellows, and trainees for manuscript development. Advise Director and staff on current NIH policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. Support post‑award activities including presentations, progress reports, renewals, and sponsor communications. Required Education and Experience Master’s degree in a scientific or life sciences discipline and a minimum of four years of experience managing a scientific or research program, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Preferred Education and Experience PhD in a scientific discipline integrating basic and clinical science. Experience in interdisciplinary research environments and variable funding sources. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills in complex, multi‑stakeholder academic settings. Demonstrated proficiency in scientific and scholarly writing. EEO Statement The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. 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