Director, Center for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) and Nutrition (CNCDN)

* Drive the development and implementation of a long-term strategic roadmap for CNCDN, aligning with national and global priorities in NCD and nutrition, and the goals of BRAC JPGSPH and BRAC University * Architect the CNCDN research agenda, identifying emerging priorities and opportunities in the area of NCD and nutrition, and fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration * Lead high-impact research initiatives on NCDs and nutrition-related issues, with a focus on population health, health systems, digital health, and policy frameworks, and ensure rigorous research standards and ethical practices * Manage and mentor junior faculty and research staff, providing guidance on developing their research portfolios and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals * Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with government ministries, UN agencies, international organizations, and civil society organizations, and engage with regional and global networks focused on NCDs and nutrition * Spearhead grant-writing efforts, proactively identifying funding opportunities from national and international organizations, and contribute to grant-writing efforts in partnership with other research centers/hubs * Develop and teach academic programs, including MPH, EMPH, PhD, and short courses related to NCDs and nutrition, and contribute to capacity building initiatives * Represent CNCDN at national and international forums, enhancing its visibility and impact, and provide thought leadership on NCDs and nutrition-related issues * Collaborate with the research strategy team to advance the JPGSPH research agenda, and contribute to the development of policy briefs, guidelines, and quality standards * Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration within CNCDN and JPGSPH, and drive evidence-based policy advocacy to address the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and nutrition challenges in Bangladesh and the global south.