The Research & Education Director leads Organic Seed Alliance’s (OSA) research and education portfolio. The Director sets strategic direction for OSA’s research and education work, leads competitive grant development to sustain and grow that portfolio, supervises senior research and education staff, and represents OSA’s scientific and educational programs to partners, funders, and the broader organic seed community. The Director serves on OSA’s Leadership Team and reports to the Executive Director.

The role emphasizes program strategy, fund development, and team leadership. The Director serves as Principal Investigator on a small number of flagship awards, as institutional PI of record on additional projects where senior staff lead day-to-day execution, and may take on or step back from PI responsibilities on other projects based on candidate strengths and program needs.

The incoming Director will play a central role in OSA's 2027 strategic planning process, partnering with the Executive Director, Board, and staff team to shape and embed the research and education strategy that will guide the organization's next chapter.

The successful candidate embraces OSA’s mission, communicates effectively with farmer and scientific audiences, and is committed to fostering a workplace conducive to teamwork, learning, and the delivery of high-quality programs.