Jason J. Nichols

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Provost Faculty Fellow at University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Overview

Dr. Jason Nichols is the Senior Associate Vice President for Research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in translational research and entrepreneurial initiatives in academic medical settings. He received his PhD and MPH from The Ohio State University and oversees university-wide research centers and clinical trial operations.

He is the long-standing Editor in Chief for Contact Lens Spectrum, the worlds leading publication on contact lenses, and its sister publication, Contact Lenses Today.

Personality Overview

Example Driven

Consensus Builder

Appreciative

Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market.

Topics They Care About

Clinical Trial Expansion
He has been instrumental in developing and significantly growing clinical trial operations at the university level, more than tripling the university-wide expenditures in this area.
Ocular Research
Holds a PhD in Optometry and serves as Editor in Chief for the world's leading publication on contact lenses, reflecting a deep expertise in vision science.
Research Commercialization
His career focuses on the intersection of translational research and entrepreneurial initiatives within academic medical centers, turning research into practical applications.

Media Appearances

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Work History

9-2022 - 12-2023
Provost Faculty Fellow at University of Alabama at Birmingham
10-2021
Senior Associate Vice President for Research at University of Alabama at Birmingham
1-2019 - 2-2026
Chair, Global Specialty Lens Symposium at Contact Lens Spectrum
8-2014
Professor at University of Alabama at Birmingham
9-2013 - 9-2016
Member-Scientific Advisory Committee at Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society (TFOS)

Education

1999 - 2004
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from The Ohio State University College of Optometry
2001 - 2002
Master of Public Health (MPH) from The Ohio State University College of Public Health

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Insights For Selling To Jason J.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal
  • Be visibly appreciative of their actions during your interactions
  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted
  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jason J. is

  • Relationship and rapport play a major role, followed by low risk and the presence of proof points.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jason J.

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jason J. move?

  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Jason J. take some risk or not?

  • They are unlikely to take many risks.

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