Dartmouth College
Research program director
Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, us, 03755
Position Purpose
The Director of the Dartmouth Center for Implementation Science Center, the Center Program Director provides oversight and management of all administrative and operational aspects of the Center. The Director will support the Principal Investigator, Center team, and Department of Epidemiology in establishing and maintaining an efficient research infrastructure for the Center. In collaboration with project leaders, this hire will manage the entire life cycle of the implementation science and biomedical informatics research grants of the Center with a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities. This position will be particularly responsible for administrative management, strategic planning and cross-institutional investigator communications, with a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities and grant submissions.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Eight plus years’ experience in a medical or research environment.
5 years’ experience managing large scale grants and/or contracts.
Administrative management experience and demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research group.
Knowledge of grant submission, approval, and funding process.
Proficiency with computer software such as Adobe and Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office products, and EndNote.
Skill in use of computer databases for tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping purposes.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
Excellent prioritization, interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
High level of integrity and a proven work ethic; desire to be in a fast-paced,
positive environment.
Meticulous attention to detail; organized, efficient and able to function while completing numerous, simultaneous, high-priority tasks.
Ability to interact confidently with scientific community, leadership, and others.
Ability to oversee daily program activities and manages issues or triage if necessary.
Knowledge of human resources management.
Web content development and editorial skills or willingness to develop for preparation of reports, websites, and other communications.
Training or willingness to be trained in AHA TeamSTEPPS.
Training or willingness to be trained in implementation science.
Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related discipline.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Jeremiah Brown
Department Contact Phone Number
(603) 646-3576
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Department of Epidemiology
Department Contact's Phone Number
Jeremiah.R.Brown@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Description
Center Operations and Project and Administrative Management
Exercise high level of judgment and independent thinking to resolve project challenges.
Lead or assist with the development of project proposals and reporting.
Ensure all grant guidelines and requirements are met.
Perform support functions for the project leaders including, but not limited to, coordinating meetings, developing presentations, and taking meeting minutes.
Create and maintain documentation using Microsoft SharePoint capabilities, including preparing presentations on Center activities.
Contribute to the development of the Center’s key initiatives and track and report on progress to the Director, Leadership Team, Advisors, and the Dean’s office.
Works closely with the Center leadership team to coordinate all Center-related activities, including setting up workshops and other educational programs.
Coordinates internal and external conferences, seminars, presentations, and meetings.
Collaborates with program faculty and leadership to develop the Center seminar and training content for the academic year
Engages faculty, students, staff and other stakeholders throughout Dartmouth and other institutions in Center activities and events.
Responsible for managing the budget and producing financial reports relating to activities and projects within the Center.
Writes and develops work products and deliverables (executive summaries, survey reports, online resources, requests for proposals).
Collaborates with College and Geisel Development staff on strategies for increasing planned giving, corporate and foundation support, annual appeals, and major gifts to the Center.
Represents the Center at regional and national conferences, in meetings with community, and other outside groups, to promote the Center’s vision, goals, programs and objectives.
Analyze Center data to create dashboards and other evaluative metrics to ensure the Centers’ research and development goals are met.
Percentage Of Time
34
Description
Communication and Collaboration
Works with Center leadership, outside experts, guest speakers, and internal training teams to plan content and schedule events.
Establishes, fosters, and maintains productive relationships while interacting regularly with a wide range of internal and external constituents and staff members.
Participates in supporting curriculum development, long-term planning of content, and execution of events.
Partners with Center leadership to develop, collect, analyze and report survey results on Center educational, research, and service activities.
Develop and integrate communication and management strategies that support and advance research vision.
Work with Geisel and other College/DHMC media offices to ensure regular press releases promoting scientific advancement, individual achievement, and activities of the Center.
Independently coordinates with external and internal partners to complete project activities.
Responds to inquiries and requests for information with knowledgeable, developed, articulate, and engaging responses.
Develops and integrates communication and management strategies that supports and furthers Center’s vision.
Promotes the Center and publicizes events on the Center website and social media.
Works with Geisel, College, Thayer, Tuck, Guarini, and Dartmouth Health media offices, to ensure regular press releases promoting scientific advancement, individual achievement and activities of the Center.
Willingness to occasionally travel to promote the Center at conferences and other national and international meetings.
Percentage Of Time
33
Description
Grant Writing and Research
Manage operational processes for the entire life cycle of research grants including responsibility for interpreting and communicating the requirements
Independently establishes, maintains, and communicates timelines to coordinate complex grant applications, renewals, progress reports, and preparation and submission of other critical documents to ensure deadlines are met to ensure continued funding of the Center.
Draft components of grant proposals, reports and other supporting application and reporting material, edit and review applications to ensure language, overall consistencies and compliance with required instructions and guidelines for submission.
Create graphics, tables and images pertaining to grant applications and submissions.
Responsible for EndNote database management, journal compliance, document tracking and archiving.
Support quantitative and qualitative data analyses to complete research deliverables.
Design, develop specifications, and prepare professional quality reports for stakeholders.
Conduct secondary research and writes reviews of current literature to stay abreast of field.
Monitors, tracks and coordinates project progress to ensure timely completion of research milestones as outlined in Center project plans.
Manage operational processes for the entire life cycle of research/ evaluation activities, including: strategic planning, project formation, developing and implementing protocols, data collection, data analysis, scientific writing, and reporting.
Responsible for interpreting and communicating the requirements for compliance with regulations and other guidelines/policies of research sponsors, the College, and other institutional bodies.
Provides oversight to ensure published manuscripts follow journal regulations and Public Access laws.
Willingness to continue training/education to be knowledgeable on novel state of the art implementation science methodology and shifts in the field.
Draft components of grant proposals, reports and other supporting application and reporting material, edit and review applications to ensure language, overall consistencies and compliance with required instructions and guidelines for submission.
Design, develop specifications, and prepare professional quality reports for stakeholders.
Conduct secondary research and writes reviews of current literature to stay abreast of field.
Percentage Of Time
33
-
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
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The Director of the Dartmouth Center for Implementation Science Center, the Center Program Director provides oversight and management of all administrative and operational aspects of the Center. The Director will support the Principal Investigator, Center team, and Department of Epidemiology in establishing and maintaining an efficient research infrastructure for the Center. In collaboration with project leaders, this hire will manage the entire life cycle of the implementation science and biomedical informatics research grants of the Center with a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities. This position will be particularly responsible for administrative management, strategic planning and cross-institutional investigator communications, with a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities and grant submissions.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Eight plus years’ experience in a medical or research environment.
5 years’ experience managing large scale grants and/or contracts.
Administrative management experience and demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research group.
Knowledge of grant submission, approval, and funding process.
Proficiency with computer software such as Adobe and Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office products, and EndNote.
Skill in use of computer databases for tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping purposes.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
Excellent prioritization, interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
High level of integrity and a proven work ethic; desire to be in a fast-paced,
positive environment.
Meticulous attention to detail; organized, efficient and able to function while completing numerous, simultaneous, high-priority tasks.
Ability to interact confidently with scientific community, leadership, and others.
Ability to oversee daily program activities and manages issues or triage if necessary.
Knowledge of human resources management.
Web content development and editorial skills or willingness to develop for preparation of reports, websites, and other communications.
Training or willingness to be trained in AHA TeamSTEPPS.
Training or willingness to be trained in implementation science.
Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related discipline.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Jeremiah Brown
Department Contact Phone Number
(603) 646-3576
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Department of Epidemiology
Department Contact's Phone Number
Jeremiah.R.Brown@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Description
Center Operations and Project and Administrative Management
Exercise high level of judgment and independent thinking to resolve project challenges.
Lead or assist with the development of project proposals and reporting.
Ensure all grant guidelines and requirements are met.
Perform support functions for the project leaders including, but not limited to, coordinating meetings, developing presentations, and taking meeting minutes.
Create and maintain documentation using Microsoft SharePoint capabilities, including preparing presentations on Center activities.
Contribute to the development of the Center’s key initiatives and track and report on progress to the Director, Leadership Team, Advisors, and the Dean’s office.
Works closely with the Center leadership team to coordinate all Center-related activities, including setting up workshops and other educational programs.
Coordinates internal and external conferences, seminars, presentations, and meetings.
Collaborates with program faculty and leadership to develop the Center seminar and training content for the academic year
Engages faculty, students, staff and other stakeholders throughout Dartmouth and other institutions in Center activities and events.
Responsible for managing the budget and producing financial reports relating to activities and projects within the Center.
Writes and develops work products and deliverables (executive summaries, survey reports, online resources, requests for proposals).
Collaborates with College and Geisel Development staff on strategies for increasing planned giving, corporate and foundation support, annual appeals, and major gifts to the Center.
Represents the Center at regional and national conferences, in meetings with community, and other outside groups, to promote the Center’s vision, goals, programs and objectives.
Analyze Center data to create dashboards and other evaluative metrics to ensure the Centers’ research and development goals are met.
Percentage Of Time
34
Description
Communication and Collaboration
Works with Center leadership, outside experts, guest speakers, and internal training teams to plan content and schedule events.
Establishes, fosters, and maintains productive relationships while interacting regularly with a wide range of internal and external constituents and staff members.
Participates in supporting curriculum development, long-term planning of content, and execution of events.
Partners with Center leadership to develop, collect, analyze and report survey results on Center educational, research, and service activities.
Develop and integrate communication and management strategies that support and advance research vision.
Work with Geisel and other College/DHMC media offices to ensure regular press releases promoting scientific advancement, individual achievement, and activities of the Center.
Independently coordinates with external and internal partners to complete project activities.
Responds to inquiries and requests for information with knowledgeable, developed, articulate, and engaging responses.
Develops and integrates communication and management strategies that supports and furthers Center’s vision.
Promotes the Center and publicizes events on the Center website and social media.
Works with Geisel, College, Thayer, Tuck, Guarini, and Dartmouth Health media offices, to ensure regular press releases promoting scientific advancement, individual achievement and activities of the Center.
Willingness to occasionally travel to promote the Center at conferences and other national and international meetings.
Percentage Of Time
33
Description
Grant Writing and Research
Manage operational processes for the entire life cycle of research grants including responsibility for interpreting and communicating the requirements
Independently establishes, maintains, and communicates timelines to coordinate complex grant applications, renewals, progress reports, and preparation and submission of other critical documents to ensure deadlines are met to ensure continued funding of the Center.
Draft components of grant proposals, reports and other supporting application and reporting material, edit and review applications to ensure language, overall consistencies and compliance with required instructions and guidelines for submission.
Create graphics, tables and images pertaining to grant applications and submissions.
Responsible for EndNote database management, journal compliance, document tracking and archiving.
Support quantitative and qualitative data analyses to complete research deliverables.
Design, develop specifications, and prepare professional quality reports for stakeholders.
Conduct secondary research and writes reviews of current literature to stay abreast of field.
Monitors, tracks and coordinates project progress to ensure timely completion of research milestones as outlined in Center project plans.
Manage operational processes for the entire life cycle of research/ evaluation activities, including: strategic planning, project formation, developing and implementing protocols, data collection, data analysis, scientific writing, and reporting.
Responsible for interpreting and communicating the requirements for compliance with regulations and other guidelines/policies of research sponsors, the College, and other institutional bodies.
Provides oversight to ensure published manuscripts follow journal regulations and Public Access laws.
Willingness to continue training/education to be knowledgeable on novel state of the art implementation science methodology and shifts in the field.
Draft components of grant proposals, reports and other supporting application and reporting material, edit and review applications to ensure language, overall consistencies and compliance with required instructions and guidelines for submission.
Design, develop specifications, and prepare professional quality reports for stakeholders.
Conduct secondary research and writes reviews of current literature to stay abreast of field.
Percentage Of Time
33
-
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
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