Program & Research Manager; School of Medicine - Pediatrics Job at Emory University
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Partnering with Research Center faculty Directors to manage strategic plans for center vision, scope, and growth
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Description:
The selected candidate will join an existing dynamic team of research and administrative leaders working together towards fulfilling our mission of transforming child health through high-impact research. General areas of responsibility and engagement for team members include:
Partnering with Research Center faculty Directors to manage strategic plans for center vision, scope, and growth
- The portfolio of work for this job posting includes program management for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and the Children’s Center for Childhood Infections and Vaccines.
- Meet regularly with Center leaders to ensure the Center’s research activities are aligned with Center goals and Emory and Children’s strategic initiatives
- Manage the planning, logistics, and implementation of Center visitors/seminars and other related events on a weekly, monthly, or annual schedule
- Monitor Center budget expenditures
- Manage pilot grant processes and track pilot progress once awarded
- Track Center metrics including publications, funding, other research activities, and pilot return on investment
- Partner with the Center Director to prepare the Center’s annual progress report, including preparing the presentation of report findings for the Pediatric Institute’s Research Advisory Council.
- Manage content and updates for Center webpages (pedsresearch.org) including Center membership/profiles and related research team and lab pages
- Write and edit Center communications including the creation and distribution of newsletters, social media content, reports, and other written material, as needed
- Manage special groups within the Center, e.g., research in progress, monthly research investigator meetings, special operations steering committees
- Coordinate recruitment activities for research faculty related to Centers following standardized operating procedures
Member/contributor to Research Operations Team
- Participate in weekly Research Operations team meetings
- Utilize the team’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and contribute to the regular revision and creation of new SOPs as needed
- Participate in and contribute to group events, including conferences and symposia
- May partner with Emory and Children’s foundations on philanthropic efforts related to Center’s mission
- May provide project management and operational oversight for pediatric cores
Additional information and areas of contribution
- The selected candidate will also serve as a project manager for HIV-related NIH-funded program project grants including the Pediatric Adolescent Virus Elimination (PAVE) Martin Delaney Collaboratory (UM1 AI164566) in partnership with PAVE Program Manager and Project Coordinator based at Johns Hopkins University. This includes coordinating monthly meetings of national/international investigators, maintaining shared document repositories, tracking publications and presentation, updating website and social media postings, and participating in PAVE-related meetings and events
- Similar responsibilities are expected for an NIH-funded program project grant (P01 HD112217) based at Emory.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Manages administrative and research activities in support of a specialized program or research center.
- Develops plans for program growth and development and serves as a liaison to various committees or organizations.
- May oversee the planning, logistics and implementation of various special events such as lectures, seminars, conferences, or research projects.
- Participates in developing and implementing various program related communications such as websites, publications, multimedia or video productions.
- May hire and supervise administrative or research related staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- Five years of professional experience in a related field such as business administration, research, or information systems management.
- Requires previous supervisory and program/project management experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous research exposure or experience is highly prioritized
- A postgraduate/master’s degree or higher is preferred.
- Exceptional organizational and written / oral communication skills as well as high enthusiasm to promote the child health research efforts of faculty and trainees are desired.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
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