Senior Research Operations Manager - Office of Institutional Compliance

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

About The Position

Serves as a primary source of expertise, training, and education in matters relating to government regulation of externally funded research to the UTMB research community on behalf of the offices of Research Services. Will be responsible for and act on the Associate Director's behalf in their absence.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Eight (8) years of experience in research administration
Two (2) years of prior management experience
A strong knowledge of federal regulations governing academic medical center research

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in research administration, public health, regulatory affairs, or related field.
Certification such as CIP, CCRP, CRA, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Manages and monitors daily activities of sponsored program specialists, clinical trial specialists, accountants, financial analysts, and supporting staff.
Advises staff in consulting with Chairs, Principal Investigators, and departmental administrators on fiscal responsibilities and project timelines.
Ensures specialists and financial staff are knowledgeable on all types of awards and general terms and conditions for proper grant administration, and the structure and practices of various sources of research grant funding.
Develops procedures that ensure adherence to federal, state, institution, and sponsor guidelines.
Oversees financial management of all active accounts for clinical research, including accurate distribution of payments from sponsors, and review and authorization of expenses.
Acts as problem solving resources for staff to ensure optimal service to the research community and accurate compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
Develops and provides training and education both internally and for the university community.
Reviews and monitors data entered in the grants systems for quality assurance purposes.
Evaluates the performance of specialist and financial staff and provides feedback and coaching regularly.
Manages time and attendance issues within the office.
Monitors workflow and assignment of duties and adjusts as needed for optimal productivity.
Assists with developing and managing the budget.
Reviews and develops new guidelines to ensure they are in compliance.
Serves on Institutional Committees as a representative for the Office of Sponsored Programs.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.