DirectorofPartnerships

DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS Location: Washington, DC area preferred | East Coast Hybrid/Remote Travel: 10–15% (Strategic institutional visits and key conferences) THE MISSION Every year, surgeons develop techniques that can dramatically improve patient outcomes, yet this knowledge often remains siloed. The Surgical Data Science Collective (SDSC) is a nonprofit building the global infrastructure to change this. By combining surgical expertise with advancements in Physical AI, Computer Vision, and Robotics, we are unlocking insights to accelerate research and clinical innovation. Our network currently spans 61 countries and includes the world’s largest de-identified surgical video repository. THE ROLE We are seeking a Director of Partnerships to serve as the primary architect for our institutional expansion. This is a role for a proactive strategist who can navigate the complexities of US healthcare systems and academic medical centers to build a global network of surgical data. This position is unique: it requires the persistence and professional polish of a high-level executive, but it is focused on establishing enduring research and data collaborations. You will be the primary point of contact for Department Chairs, Chiefs of Surgery, and Hospital Executives, guiding them from initial discovery to the execution of complex Data Use Agreements (DUAs). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Strategic Expansion: Proactively identify and engage new institutional partners. You will move beyond managing current accounts to strategically identifying and initiating conversations with senior-level decision-makers. - Institutional Lifecycle Leadership: Lead the full lifecycle of a partnership—from articulating our value proposition to navigating the legal and technical hurdles of research collaboration frameworks. - Team Leadership & Mentorship: Manage and mentor a team of five professionals. You will be responsible for fostering a culture of proactive growth, coaching the team to identify new