Posting Description

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, RARENET (MIT RARE BRAIN DISORDERS NEXUS), McGovern Institute for Brain Research, to manage this exciting new initiative under the guidance of the faculty director; work with the faculty director on strategic planning, project evaluation and selection; organize and lead the international rare brain disorder consortium including organizing SAB meetings and symposiums; lead a small group to set up and run the translational pipeline; manage research project progress towards milestones; work with PI on preparing and submitting grants/proposals; manage RareNet budgets, including following resource allocation requirements for general supplies and working with MIT financial officers to keep budgets in line; participate in and oversee RareNet research activities, including developing new systems/processes to improve operations, troubleshooting and developing solutions to problems; coordinate external/internal collaborations, meetings, and events; serve as liaison to faculty director on all personnel matters, including hiring, onboarding, and reappointing lab personnel; and manage/oversee RareNet website, digital media and Newsletter.