Research Project Manager
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Psychiatry - Research-412250

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date:

05/14/2024

Application Deadline:

10/16/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Research Project Manager

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20063899

Vacancy ID:

NF0008148

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

06/10/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

The mission of the Health Outcomes Research and Education Lab at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill is to improve the health and well-being of older adults and other marginalized populations nationally and globally. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of research and education. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development and mentorship in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We have several existing research and program-related projects that aim to understand the physical, social, and mental health needs of older adults and those from diverse populations.

Our primary strategy to achieve these goals is to recruit and retain outstanding, talented, self-motivated staff, students, and research assistants who are passionate about improving the lives of older adults and those from historically marginalized groups. We enjoy working as a team and believe that working hard, learning, and having fun are not mutually exclusive. We believe in balance and wellness, hence the name of the lab/team. We embrace a hybrid work model where people can work from home some days and in the office with team members other days.
The Research Project Manager will help lead a broad range of activities related to planning, organizing, executing, managing, and monitoring the implementation of new and existing initiatives including community-based projects, primary data collection studies, and observational projects. Other duties of this position may include day-to-day program/project administration and associated business functions; manage scheduling for programs and events; working closely with undergraduate and graduate Research Assistants; serve as primary point of contact for programs/initiatives; coordinate Interviewers' scheduling; maintain up-to-date records related to programs/initiatives; liaise with community partners, stakeholders, and study participants; identify recruitment sites; monitor subject compensation; provide weekly project updates; collecting data for program assessment; implementing quality improvement measures; and participate in team meetings as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally. Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to interpret and relay information to others to train on research protocols and policies.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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