Director Research

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.
Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.
The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with Advanced Recovery Systems.
Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.
More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.
Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

The Director of Research is an appointed anesthesiology faculty with responsibility over the Department of Anesthesiology’s research program. The Director of Research reports to the Chairman of the Department of Anesthesiology who provides broad direction for the program ensuring that research activities and processes advance the academic mission of the Department, while maintaining alignment with Cooper’s vision and mission. Administration, teaching, mentoring, and creative activity are expected duties of this position 

The research director of The Cooper Neurological Institute will play a key role in developing and carrying out research initiatives and strategies, in collaboration with the Institute’s Leadership and the Research Medical Director. This Directors primary objective is to  strengthen the institute and Cooper through research endeavors.  The research director will actively support the CNI research team, guiding budgetary considerations, resource procurement and allocation, and strategic planning.  Should be comfortable working independently, with the ability to meet project deadlines and balance multiple projects at one time.  

 Set the overall vision for the research program, develop strategic initiatives, and help identify emerging areas for research focus in collaboration with the Research Medical Director and Institute leaders. This includes establishing research goals and aligning projects with the institutes’ mission.
 Oversee efforts to secure funding from grants, donors, and industry partnerships. Manage the allocation of research resources, including budget oversight, equipment acquisition, and distribution of research resources.
 Ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical guidelines, such as IRB (Institutional Review Board) protocols, HIPAA, and other federal and state regulations to protect participants' rights and data privacy.
Support the recruitment, development, and retention of research faculty and staff. Support researchers, foster collaboration, and promote a culture of academic excellence.
Facilitate the publication and presentation of research findings both in and outside of Cooper. 
Review Research Billing Review (UB-04 and Form 1500 billing sheets) of patients enrolled in clinical research studies, separating research charges from those considered standard of care and billable to insurance or responsible for second line verification that clinical research personnel meet research billing compliance requirements.

3-5 Years required

Master's Degree Required