Project Manager, Research Support – University of Miami

Title of the Job: Project Manager, Research Support

Location: Miami, FL

Job Description: Current Employees:If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .Project Manager, Research SupportThe University of Miami/UHealth department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Project Manager, Research Support to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.Core SummaryThe Project Manager, Research Support coordinates and leads efforts in a variety of research activities that are complex and wide in scope. Moreover, the Project Manager, Research Support operates with the goal of ensuring that the collection of data and administration of studies are performed efficiently and in compliance with applicable guidelines. The Project Manager will provide support on pre and post matters including but not limited to effort, tracking progress toward research milestones, and subaward, service, and consulting agreements monitoring.Core ResponsibilitiesAids in the evaluation of problems with workflow, organization, and planning and develops appropriate analytical approaches.Oversight of research portfolio, ensuring that scope, budget and quality are meeting expectations Maintains multiple protocol books and chronicles manuscript preparation.Assists with submission of manuscripts and journal articles for peer-reviewed medical journals. Performs analyses of computerized datasets using standard packages to import, update, and manipulate datasets.Assists with studies’ results at professional scientific meetings and conferences.Ensures that research program objectives are communicated, met, and results are documented.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.Department Specific FunctionsThe Project Manager, Research Support will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Stroke division’s research, programmatic, and operational activities related to the Florida Stroke Registry and the Florida Coverdell Program. This position requires expertise in multi-center and multi-disciplinary project management with a commitment to continual improvement in the process. The Project Manager will perform their duties for a large portfolio of federal, state, and industry-funded studies.Oversight of research portfolio, pre-award submissions and post award management, ensuring that scope, budget, effort, and quality are meeting expectationsContributing to the development of applications for various funding mechanisms.Assist in the development of complex grant budgets, implement subawards, assist in the development and implementation of material and data use agreements, maintain consultant and service contractsAttend regular status meetings with principal investigators, to stay informed of relevant study developments and assist in overcoming obstacles as they ariseMaintain working knowledge of university financial and operational systems, as well as grant e-submission systemsDevelop and maintain personal and team tools to facilitate timely completion of milestonesAssist in performing clinical study budget feasibility, sponsor negotiations, liaising with service centers, internal and external invoice reconciliationTrack federal grant expenditures and industry sponsored clinical trials revenues and expensesAct as liaison between the Florida Stroke Registry and the Florida Department of Health Program Manager and other departments/centers/institutes as necessary for grant and contract administrationWork closely with PI(s) and research support team in performing activities associated with pre-award submissions, grant setup and close-out (i.e., overseeing the payment of subrecipient invoices, carryover and no-cost extension requests, final financial reports, etc.)Maintain databases of deliverables and reporting requirements for all active research projects, proposal-related documents/information (biosketches, major equipment, facilities, etc.)Meet regularly with principal investigator(s), and protocol team leaders to review grants, data accuracy and overall project progressThis 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 QualificationsBachelor’s degree in relevant fieldMinimum 3 years of relevant experience. Preferably grant experience.Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:Research grants management experience.Ability to multi-task and work independently as well as on a team.Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills and critical analyses abilities.Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.Project management skills.Strong English verbal and written communication skills required.Willing to work in a highly collaborative environment, on-site and remotely.Strong quantitative skills and ability to prepare and interpret financial reports.Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.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 physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. 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 – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.Job Status: Full timeEmployee Type: StaffPay Grade: A12

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