Director of the Utah Data Coordinating Center - University of Utah Health (Salt Lake City, UT)
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University of Utah Health seeks a Director of the Utah Data Coordinating Center
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Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
The Position:
The Director is a tenure-eligible faculty leader responsible for the overall scientific direction, strategic leadership, operational performance, financial stewardship, organizational development, and continued growth of the Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC). The Director ensures that the DCC conducts high-quality, large-scale clinical and health research while maintaining rigorous standards for scientific quality, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and service.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President for Health Sciences and Chief Executive Officer of University of Utah Health, the Director works closely with faculty investigators, institutional leaders, federal agencies, industry and philanthropic sponsors, research networks, regulatory agencies, and other external collaborators. Working with and through a talented and experienced team of faculty, staff and organizational leaders, the Director will create the conditions for continued excellence while ensuring that the DCC is positioned to respond effectively to emerging opportunities in clinical research.
To Apply:
The qualifications outlined in this profile are intended to convey the scope of the role and the experience that may prepare a candidate for success. U of U Health recognizes that no candidate will bring every qualification or be equally proficient in every aspect of the position on day one. Candidates are encouraged to highlight their experiences, skills, and perspectives most relevant to the role and how their background would contribute to advancing the DCC’s mission and priorities.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by November 11, 2026, will receive first consideration. Candidates should submit a CV/resume and a cover letter describing their interest in the opportunity and how their leadership experience aligns with the role. All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Karen Pedersen, Ph.D.
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 719-747-2545
kpedersen@summitsearchsolutions.com
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
University of Utah Health seeks a Director of the Utah Data Coordinating Center
Click here to view position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/UHealth_DirDCC_Profile.pdf
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
The Position:
The Director is a tenure-eligible faculty leader responsible for the overall scientific direction, strategic leadership, operational performance, financial stewardship, organizational development, and continued growth of the Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC). The Director ensures that the DCC conducts high-quality, large-scale clinical and health research while maintaining rigorous standards for scientific quality, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and service.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President for Health Sciences and Chief Executive Officer of University of Utah Health, the Director works closely with faculty investigators, institutional leaders, federal agencies, industry and philanthropic sponsors, research networks, regulatory agencies, and other external collaborators. Working with and through a talented and experienced team of faculty, staff and organizational leaders, the Director will create the conditions for continued excellence while ensuring that the DCC is positioned to respond effectively to emerging opportunities in clinical research.
To Apply:
The qualifications outlined in this profile are intended to convey the scope of the role and the experience that may prepare a candidate for success. U of U Health recognizes that no candidate will bring every qualification or be equally proficient in every aspect of the position on day one. Candidates are encouraged to highlight their experiences, skills, and perspectives most relevant to the role and how their background would contribute to advancing the DCC’s mission and priorities.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by November 11, 2026, will receive first consideration. Candidates should submit a CV/resume and a cover letter describing their interest in the opportunity and how their leadership experience aligns with the role. All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Karen Pedersen, Ph.D.
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 719-747-2545
kpedersen@summitsearchsolutions.com
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Institution: The University of Utah
This is a full time position
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