POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Director, Nursing Research, Practice, and Professional Development has responsibility for the creation and overall leadership of the University Health (UH) Nursing Research Department, Nursing Practice and Professional Development. All within the Center for Clinical Excellence. This position partners with UH research leadership to incorporate clinical research partnerships internally and externally, as well as provide oversight of operations for quality, compliance, and operational functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Doctorate degree in Nursing is required. PhD preferred.  Minimum of 10 years of nursing leadership experience.  Experience in a clinical research capacity including coordination, management, and strategic development of programs.  Thorough knowledge of clinical research concepts, practices and nursing professional development. Strategic and financial planning skills.  Experience leading a rapidly changing organization, as well as ability to evaluate and resolve complex problems.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas