Education Research Consulting Director job at Huron Consulting Group in Chicago, IL
Education Research Consulting Director
Remote
Chicago - 550 Van Buren
Full time
JR-0014227
Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.
Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.
You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
Huron’s Education & Research practice is seeking a Director to join its Clinical Research team. In this role, you will partner with senior university and hospital leaders to strengthen and transform clinical research operations across complex regulatory and operational environments. You will help shape research strategy, guide enterprise-scale change, and deliver high-impact solutions that improve performance and institutional effectiveness.
As a senior leader, you will be responsible for driving client delivery excellence while cultivating executive relationships, expanding client portfolios, and developing high-performing teams. You will also contribute to firm initiatives that enhance Huron’s capabilities and culture. This role requires deep expertise in clinical research operations, governance, and regulatory compliance, along with the judgment and executive presence needed to lead multidisciplinary teams through ambiguity and change.
This position is ideal for an individual motivated by meaningful impact. Someone who thrives in complex environments, is committed to developing others, and is passionate about advancing the missions of our clients within a collaborative consulting firm.
Key Responsibilities
Lead complex, multidisciplinary clinical research consulting engagements from scoping through delivery and measurable impact.
Set strategic direction across client engagements and portfolios by prioritizing initiatives, aligning work to institutional goals, and guiding enterprise-scale transformation within academic medical centers and research enterprises.
Serve as a trusted advisor to university and hospital leadership on research strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance, translating complex federal requirements into scalable, enterprise-ready research operations.
Build and manage a portfolio of client relationships to drive repeat work, expansion opportunities, and sustained client advocacy.
Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams by defining roles, providing coaching and feedback, developing future leaders, and fostering a strong culture of collaboration.
Contribute to Education & Research practice and firm-wide initiatives by shaping offerings, sharing expertise, and advancing strategic priorities beyond direct client engagements.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of management consulting experience or progressive leadership within a clinical or academic research environment.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
Deep expertise in clinical trial management and execution within university or healthcare settings.
Advanced knowledge of federal regulations governing clinical research and associated compliance requirements.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex, enterprise-scale engagements.
Strong executive presence with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, compelling PowerPoint narratives and quantitative and qualitative value propositions.
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and articulate persuasive points of view to senior leaders.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, or related field).
Prior consulting experience in higher education, academic medicine, or healthcare.
Demonstrated thought leadership, including publications, conference presentations, or industry recognition.
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The estimated base salary range for this job is $165,000 - $225,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $206,250 - $303,750. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
Position Level
Director
Country
United States of America
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Remote
Chicago - 550 Van Buren
Full time
JR-0014227
Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.
Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.
You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
Huron’s Education & Research practice is seeking a Director to join its Clinical Research team. In this role, you will partner with senior university and hospital leaders to strengthen and transform clinical research operations across complex regulatory and operational environments. You will help shape research strategy, guide enterprise-scale change, and deliver high-impact solutions that improve performance and institutional effectiveness.
As a senior leader, you will be responsible for driving client delivery excellence while cultivating executive relationships, expanding client portfolios, and developing high-performing teams. You will also contribute to firm initiatives that enhance Huron’s capabilities and culture. This role requires deep expertise in clinical research operations, governance, and regulatory compliance, along with the judgment and executive presence needed to lead multidisciplinary teams through ambiguity and change.
This position is ideal for an individual motivated by meaningful impact. Someone who thrives in complex environments, is committed to developing others, and is passionate about advancing the missions of our clients within a collaborative consulting firm.
Key Responsibilities
Lead complex, multidisciplinary clinical research consulting engagements from scoping through delivery and measurable impact.
Set strategic direction across client engagements and portfolios by prioritizing initiatives, aligning work to institutional goals, and guiding enterprise-scale transformation within academic medical centers and research enterprises.
Serve as a trusted advisor to university and hospital leadership on research strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance, translating complex federal requirements into scalable, enterprise-ready research operations.
Build and manage a portfolio of client relationships to drive repeat work, expansion opportunities, and sustained client advocacy.
Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams by defining roles, providing coaching and feedback, developing future leaders, and fostering a strong culture of collaboration.
Contribute to Education & Research practice and firm-wide initiatives by shaping offerings, sharing expertise, and advancing strategic priorities beyond direct client engagements.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of management consulting experience or progressive leadership within a clinical or academic research environment.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
Deep expertise in clinical trial management and execution within university or healthcare settings.
Advanced knowledge of federal regulations governing clinical research and associated compliance requirements.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex, enterprise-scale engagements.
Strong executive presence with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, compelling PowerPoint narratives and quantitative and qualitative value propositions.
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and articulate persuasive points of view to senior leaders.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, or related field).
Prior consulting experience in higher education, academic medicine, or healthcare.
Demonstrated thought leadership, including publications, conference presentations, or industry recognition.
#LI-JH1
The estimated base salary range for this job is $165,000 - $225,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $206,250 - $303,750. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
Position Level
Director
Country
United States of America
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