Lisa Jackson, J.D., RN

Lisa Jackson, J.D., RN, came to Dell Medical School from Stanford University School of Medicine, where she served as the associate dean for clinical and translational research, and executive director of Spectrum for the Clinical and Translational Research Institute. Jackson previously served as the inaugural executive director for the Translational Research Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, where she successfully implemented a variety of new programs supporting clinical and translational research, building upon more than 30 years of experience in research and clinical leadership positions.

In her previous role as executive director of the Office of Research, Jackson aimed to develop a collaborative, transformative and mission-oriented research environment and a robust and efficient infrastructure to support a wide range of research activity. Areas of focus included grant preparation and submission; policies and processes for the conduct of research; research education and training programs; facilitation of regulatory compliance; and engaging the community in research.

Jackson earned a Juris Doctor and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Arkansas.