University of Miami
Manager, Research Support
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, United States,
Manager, Research Support
Location: Coral Gables, FLTime Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 16 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100076728General Description (Purpose and Function):This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that conducts research on the prevention of health risk behaviors among Hispanic adolescents. Ideal applicants will exhibit strong dedication towards reducing health disparities and a commitment to populations that are underserved. The individual in this role will be a part of innovative and cutting-edge research being conducted within the South Florida community and beyond with a focus on overseeing and directing federally funded etiologic and intervention studies with prominent and internationally recognized leaders in the field of prevention science.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Overseeing of Assessment Activities (50%):Oversees all assessment activities, including supervising and scheduling assessors, providing reports about assessment activities, and troubleshooting ways to locate and assess participants.Establishes and/or helps to establish relationships with community personnel to facilitate participant recruitment.Interviews prospective assessors and makes recommendations to study Principal Investigators regarding hiring.Oversees, evaluates, and monitors on-the-job performance of assessment staff.Reviews data collection procedures and ensures that these procedures are conducted properly and problem solves potential errors in data collection.Identifies new strategies to maximize the efficiency of data entry.Day-to-day Project Management (40%):Coordinates day-to-day research activities for multiple projects.Assists in publications and manuscript preparation.Coordinates new employee onboarding and trainings.Works with the legal department in the preparation, definition, and signing of contracts with national and international institutions.Assists in the development, maintenance, and tracking of research protocols, consent forms, questionnaires, recruitment materials, study SOPs, and regulatory binder documentation for local and external sites.Coordinates local and external sites to harmonize the implementation of study procedures.Develops project timelines and utilizes various project management tools and systems to track and monitor project progress.Manages clinical-research interface aspects of research studies.Interfaces with human resources to post research vacancies, interview, and select the final applicant.Budget (2%):Manages study funds, participant payments, and purchase of study supplies.Monitors the study budget and makes recommendations for cost reduction where possible.Works with administrative staff to ensure that funding agency progress reports are completed on time.Prepares budgets associated with the dissemination of study lab interventions.Assists with the management, planning, and forecasting of project budget.Interfaces with finance and administration units to outline contractual agreements for essential services required by projects, such as biospecimen tests, health software, and electronic compensations.IRB Management (2%):Handles IRB-related correspondence, including drafting initial protocols, renewals, and adverse event reporting.Maintains regulatory documents and assists with preparations of reports to IRB, DSMB, and research team.Contracting (4%):Oversees agreements with external service companies and consultants.Collaborates on project submissions to Latin American institutions interested in the UM-Familias Unidas Intervention Program.Manages compliance issues related to research grants and contracts.Performs other duties as assigned (2%):Completes other duties not specified here.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Research experience, ability to manage multiple staff members, and strong conflict resolution skills.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of computers are essential.Bilingual in English and Spanish (both written and oral).Ability to demonstrate self-directed, collaborative, and low-conflict problem-solving skills.Ability to effectively delegate authority.Ability to maintain effective working relationships and establish the highest level of integrity with others to coordinate work processes to meet objectives.Ability to handle several tasks at once without becoming overwhelmed.Direct yet compassionate communication style.Education Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in social sciences preferred.Work Experience Requirements:At least two years of supervisory experience required.Knowledge of REDCap software preferred.This position requires a flexible work schedule with some weekend and evening hours.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
A10
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Location: Coral Gables, FLTime Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 16 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100076728General Description (Purpose and Function):This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that conducts research on the prevention of health risk behaviors among Hispanic adolescents. Ideal applicants will exhibit strong dedication towards reducing health disparities and a commitment to populations that are underserved. The individual in this role will be a part of innovative and cutting-edge research being conducted within the South Florida community and beyond with a focus on overseeing and directing federally funded etiologic and intervention studies with prominent and internationally recognized leaders in the field of prevention science.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Overseeing of Assessment Activities (50%):Oversees all assessment activities, including supervising and scheduling assessors, providing reports about assessment activities, and troubleshooting ways to locate and assess participants.Establishes and/or helps to establish relationships with community personnel to facilitate participant recruitment.Interviews prospective assessors and makes recommendations to study Principal Investigators regarding hiring.Oversees, evaluates, and monitors on-the-job performance of assessment staff.Reviews data collection procedures and ensures that these procedures are conducted properly and problem solves potential errors in data collection.Identifies new strategies to maximize the efficiency of data entry.Day-to-day Project Management (40%):Coordinates day-to-day research activities for multiple projects.Assists in publications and manuscript preparation.Coordinates new employee onboarding and trainings.Works with the legal department in the preparation, definition, and signing of contracts with national and international institutions.Assists in the development, maintenance, and tracking of research protocols, consent forms, questionnaires, recruitment materials, study SOPs, and regulatory binder documentation for local and external sites.Coordinates local and external sites to harmonize the implementation of study procedures.Develops project timelines and utilizes various project management tools and systems to track and monitor project progress.Manages clinical-research interface aspects of research studies.Interfaces with human resources to post research vacancies, interview, and select the final applicant.Budget (2%):Manages study funds, participant payments, and purchase of study supplies.Monitors the study budget and makes recommendations for cost reduction where possible.Works with administrative staff to ensure that funding agency progress reports are completed on time.Prepares budgets associated with the dissemination of study lab interventions.Assists with the management, planning, and forecasting of project budget.Interfaces with finance and administration units to outline contractual agreements for essential services required by projects, such as biospecimen tests, health software, and electronic compensations.IRB Management (2%):Handles IRB-related correspondence, including drafting initial protocols, renewals, and adverse event reporting.Maintains regulatory documents and assists with preparations of reports to IRB, DSMB, and research team.Contracting (4%):Oversees agreements with external service companies and consultants.Collaborates on project submissions to Latin American institutions interested in the UM-Familias Unidas Intervention Program.Manages compliance issues related to research grants and contracts.Performs other duties as assigned (2%):Completes other duties not specified here.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Research experience, ability to manage multiple staff members, and strong conflict resolution skills.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of computers are essential.Bilingual in English and Spanish (both written and oral).Ability to demonstrate self-directed, collaborative, and low-conflict problem-solving skills.Ability to effectively delegate authority.Ability to maintain effective working relationships and establish the highest level of integrity with others to coordinate work processes to meet objectives.Ability to handle several tasks at once without becoming overwhelmed.Direct yet compassionate communication style.Education Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in social sciences preferred.Work Experience Requirements:At least two years of supervisory experience required.Knowledge of REDCap software preferred.This position requires a flexible work schedule with some weekend and evening hours.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
A10
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