Research Analyst 1 - Ophthalmology Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

University of Miami•Miami, FL

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for a Research Analyst 1 for the Department of Research in Miami, Florida. The Research Analyst prepares data, conducts statistical analysis and summarizes results for a variety of research projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Familiarity with a variety of funding sources and mechanisms.
Knowledge of grants and contracts.

Responsibilities

Analyzes data and interprets research findings.
Identifies appropriate data sources to conduct and execute analyses.
Verifies accuracy and internal consistency of reports, including required state and federal reports.
Ensures proper technical documentation and preparation of tabular, written reports and oral presentations.
Completes surveys and reports, discipline-specific accreditation, admission, and grant proposals.
Provides feedback and assistance on honing the conclusions and recommendations into actionable findings.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Manage and coordinate grant and contract proposal activities from development through submission.
Interpret sponsor guidelines, University policies, and federal regulations to ensure proposal compliance.
Prepare and review budgets, budget justifications, Other Support, and other required proposal documents.
Advise Principal Investigators (PIs) and research staff on proposal requirements, budgets, deadlines, and submission procedures.
Coordinate subcontract documentation with collaborating institutions and organizations.
Review proposals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submission.
Stay current on federal regulations, sponsor requirements, and electronic grant submission systems.
Assist research faculty with research equipment purchases, installation, training, disposal, and surplus equipment.
Coordinate with University support services to maintain research and administrative spaces.
Assist with department space inventory and support optimal use of assigned spaces.
Provide administrative support for departmental and sponsored research activities as needed.
Coordinate Lab Coat orders for research faculty and research personnel.
Managed inventory, procurement, and restocking of laboratory building supplies and essential research consumables.
Coordinate all processes for International Scholars seeking to participate in the department’s Research Scholar and Short-Term-Scholar; Research Trainees, Non-UM Medical students, and Observership programs.
Communicate with Scholars and Primary Investigators before, during, and after completion of program.
Correspond with Research Team on Grant accounts and Finance for Department accounts.
Ensure UM-paid scholars are promptly processed for new hire orientation.
Assist in submitting extensions, amendments, and approvals as required.
Obtain approvals from leadership and communicate with the Finance Office.
Inquire status for accuracy of title, salary, accounts, and visa; prepare documents.
Assist in maintaining communication with liaisons for VISA sponsorship approvals and follow ups.
Assist with other research programs such as: Trainee Experience, Observership (International and Domestic), UM Students, and NON-UM Medical Students