Manager - Research Operations & Faculty Development

ETSU • Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University seeks a Manager of Research Operations and Faculty Development to advance pediatric care through research, quality improvement, program development and evaluation, and advocacy. This strategic leader and collaborator oversees and assists with research support, including grant proposal facilitation and writing, compliance, data analysis, and dissemination of findings. The role coordinates meetings, develops programs, and supervises staff to maximize faculty scholarly productivity.

The Manager also works with senior faculty to create development initiatives that strengthen the research skills of junior faculty, residents, and students and foster lifelong learning. As the primary liaison for research and faculty growth initiatives, the Manager supports a multidisciplinary team in pursuing solutions through rigorous inquiry.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and three to five years of research administration experience. A master's degree in a related field is preferred. The position is contingent on a satisfactory background check. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in research administration.
• Knowledge of the higher education research environment.
• Familiarity with website maintenance and social media presence.
• Knowledge of grant writing and other technical writing.
• Knowledge of data analysis techniques and budget development.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures, grant policies and procedures, and sponsored programs administration.
• Knowledge of government grant policies and regulations, Institutional Review Board requirements and policies, and CITI human subjects training requirements.
• Knowledge of federal and state funding programs and private foundations.
• Knowledge of study design for research, quality improvement, program evaluation, and advocacy.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to communicate research information to various audiences.
• Ability to make independent decisions and take appropriate action when quick decisions are required.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently across concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to multitask.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with research support, including facilitating grant proposals and grant writing.
• Ensure research compliance and support grant administration.
• Analyze data and disseminate research findings.
• Coordinate meetings and develop programs to maximize faculty scholarly productivity.
• Supervise staff.
• Work with senior faculty to develop initiatives that nurture the research skills of junior faculty, residents, and students.
• Serve as the primary liaison supporting research and faculty development initiatives.
• Conduct training sessions for various audiences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager