Sr Program Manager

University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CHEK-D Sr. Program Manager will supervise the coordination of multiple health services research projects currently conducted under the Center. This position will be responsible for day-to-day activities to assure quality and efficiency, as well as continuous improvement (Cl) and compliance to meet our research aims. This position will work closely with the Director and Associate Director of CHEK-D to design and implement new protocols and procedures for qualitative data collection and analysis, and will develop related operational policies and procedures. The programs/projects administered are usually focused on an associated set of complementary objectives within an overall mission, may be scientific, research, services, and/or education oriented. Represents program activities at the state- and/or regional level and maintains responsibility for the appropriate use of programmatic funds within the parameters of the contract(s)/grant(s), typically exceeding $1 million per fiscal year. The Department of Internal Medicine is a large, progressive department with a diverse staff working in dedicated teams to provide quality work in an organized, effective, and efficient manner through innovation, training, and education. Through our collaborative work effort, we support the faculty and enhance the missions of the Department, School, Health Sciences Center, and University. See the Position Description for additional information.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; two of which are management level experience.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in a social or behavioral science field (e.g., psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science)
• Active CITI certification
• Experience with designing and conducting surveys, focus groups and interviews
• Experience with statistical reporting software (e.g. SAS, R)
• Experience with qualitative data reporting software (e.g., NVivo, MAXQDA)
• Previous experience as a research coordinator, research assistant or graduate assistant

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, implements, and coordinates a university project(s) or program(s).
• Designs and implements new research protocols, and procedures for qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Designs and implements systems to assess, collect, maintain, and analyze data; generates interim progress reports, final reports, evaluation, and other information related to project(s) or program(s).
• Establishes and implements short and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement.
• Plans and develops expertise in data interpretation, manuscript writing and publication, and conference poster and oral presentations.
• Directs, manages, and oversees the daily administrative and research components of CHEK-D's currently funded projects and related staff. This includes managing day-to-day activities, work allocation, performance, routine one-on-one meetings to maintain study progress, enforce efficiency by tracking tasks as assigned, and problem resolution.
• Designs, establishes, and maintains the Manual of Procedures required for successful study performance, updating, as necessary, applying new knowledge and requirements to maintain compliance and scientific methods to meet project aims and future analyses.
• Designs, establishes, and maintains staffing and an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the program/project function; recruits, employs, trains, supervises, and evaluates program/project staff.
• Develops and implements systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit.
• Represents the university to various institutional divisions as well as externally to governmental agencies, funding agencies, national organizations, and the general public.
• Performs community liaison and outreach activities for program(s)/project(s).
• Provides expertise in a specialized field and often participates in local or statewide task forces.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees