Director Of Research Operations Jobs in Tennessee
Director Of Research Operations jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga and other Tennessee metros, with employers like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Belmont University, and Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are now accepting applications for a qualified Associate Professor and Director of Research for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment at Belmont University.
Employment Type
Faculty
Internal Job Category
Non-Tenure Track (Faculty) Full-Time
Department
Mental Health Counseling
Hours
N/A
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Professor in Mental Health Counseling and Director of Research for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment is a joint position between the School of Mental Health Counseling in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the College of Entertainment and Music Business and is designed to support the newly created Center for Mental Health in Entertainment. This individual will be responsible for establishing and implementing the research agenda for the Center, engaging with graduate mental health counseling students in the research process, and developing curriculum to address the unique mental health needs of students and professionals in the entertainment industry.
Job Functions:
- Develop and implement the research agenda for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment in partnership with the Director of the Center
- Advise and mentor students in the research process, including dissertation committees
- Secure external funding for research initiatives, including government grants, foundation grants and philanthropic donations
- Develop mental health curriculum for students entering the entertainment industry in collaboration with the College of Entertainment and Music Business
- Develop continuing education for mental health care professionals to address the unique needs of those in the entertainment industry in partnership with the Center for Mental Health and Entertainment
- Develop continuing education and community resources for those in the entertainment industry to help them address their mental health needs and provide prevention and interventions to address those needs
- Serve as the liaison between the Center, CPHS and CEMB
- Participate in Departmental, College, and University committee work
- Abide by all relevant University, College, and School policies and procedures
- Maintain regular office hours
- Comply with CACREP accreditation standards and policies
The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications:
Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:
- Form diverse leaders of character
- Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service
- And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish
- Knowledge of the subject matter and course content taught
- Capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity
- Ability to mentor students through the research process, including serving on dissertation committees
- Previous successful grantsmanship
- Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Effective collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders
- Experience in the entertainment industry
- Skilled in the use of computers, internet, MS office software, statistical analysis programs and other software necessary to efficiently complete job tasks
Required Education
Doctoral degree in an area that meets the core faculty CACREP requirements. Licensed in the State of TN or eligible for licensure
Required Experience
Minimum of 6 years teaching experience in a Mental Health Counseling academic program. Noteworthy research experience including a track record of published scholarly works and grantsmanship. Experience in the entertainment industry.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University. Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
We are now accepting applications for a qualified Associate Professor and Director of Research for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment at Belmont University.
Employment Type
Faculty
Internal Job Category
Non-Tenure Track (Faculty) Full-Time
Department
Mental Health Counseling
Hours
N/A
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Professor in Mental Health Counseling and Director of Research for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment is a joint position between the School of Mental Health Counseling in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the College of Entertainment and Music Business and is designed to support the newly created Center for Mental Health in Entertainment. This individual will be responsible for establishing and implementing the research agenda for the Center, engaging with graduate mental health counseling students in the research process, and developing curriculum to address the unique mental health needs of students and professionals in the entertainment industry.
Job Functions:
- Develop and implement the research agenda for the Center for Mental Health in Entertainment in partnership with the Director of the Center
- Advise and mentor students in the research process, including dissertation committees
- Secure external funding for research initiatives, including government grants, foundation grants and philanthropic donations
- Develop mental health curriculum for students entering the entertainment industry in collaboration with the College of Entertainment and Music Business
- Develop continuing education for mental health care professionals to address the unique needs of those in the entertainment industry in partnership with the Center for Mental Health and Entertainment
- Develop continuing education and community resources for those in the entertainment industry to help them address their mental health needs and provide prevention and interventions to address those needs
- Serve as the liaison between the Center, CPHS and CEMB
- Participate in Departmental, College, and University committee work
- Abide by all relevant University, College, and School policies and procedures
- Maintain regular office hours
- Comply with CACREP accreditation standards and policies
The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications:
Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:
- Form diverse leaders of character
- Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service
- And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish
- Knowledge of the subject matter and course content taught
- Capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity
- Ability to mentor students through the research process, including serving on dissertation committees
- Previous successful grantsmanship
- Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Effective collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders
- Experience in the entertainment industry
- Skilled in the use of computers, internet, MS office software, statistical analysis programs and other software necessary to efficiently complete job tasks
Required Education
Doctoral degree in an area that meets the core faculty CACREP requirements. Licensed in the State of TN or eligible for licensure
Required Experience
Minimum of 6 years teaching experience in a Mental Health Counseling academic program. Noteworthy research experience including a track record of published scholarly works and grantsmanship. Experience in the entertainment industry.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University. Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Director Of Research Operations Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital3
- Belmont University1
- Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP1
- United Way1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Education1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of research operations jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-site or multi-study clinical or scientific research programs
- Working knowledge of IRB processes, GCP guidelines, and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Proficiency with research management systems such as OnCore, Veeva, or similar platforms
- Experience developing and monitoring research budgets, contracts, and grant expenditures
- Strong record of leading cross-functional teams across scientific, clinical, and administrative functions
Director Of Research Operations Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many director of research operations jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 6+ director of research operations openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do director of research operationses make in Tennessee?
Director of research operationses in Tennessee earn a median of about $124,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,280 for the lowest 10% to over $223,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most director of research operations jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga have the most director of research operations openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire director of research operationss in Tennessee?
Employers hiring director of research operationss in Tennessee include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Belmont University, and Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote director of research operations jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 33% of director of research operations openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for director of research operations jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to director of research operations jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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