Manager, Research Support- Division of Infectious Diseases

Manager, Research Support

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Manager, Research Support to work in the UHealth Campus.

Core Job Summary The Manager, Research Support provides program support to facilitate research. Furthermore, the incumbent oversees research operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with applicable regulations.

Core Responsibilities

• Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data and maintaining databases.
• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures and ensures all research is undertaken according to best practices.
• Provides guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior research staff and students.
• Conducts meetings with research and other staff, outside agencies, and other applicable organizations and ensures functions are coordinated in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provides technical and program support and resolves operational problems.
• Assists in the preparation and publication of manuscripts and other program-related documents and reports.
• Stays abreast of developments in the field which may impact department functions.
• Advances expertise through continued education, training, and research.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications Bachelor's degree in relevant field requiredMinimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Department Specific Functions

• Lead research interventions for Project ACCESS and other related studies as needed.
• Provide technical assistance around HIV and HCV rapid testing with internal and external partners.
• Develop and lead trainings related to HIV and HCV testing and linkage to care.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff