Project Manager Research - Ophthalmology

Research Project Manager

The Department of Ophthalmology has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Project Manager. The research project manager (RPM) will provide professional and administrative level lead support for multi-funded and multi-site research studies with a focus on epidemiology, ophthalmic imaging and ophthalmology evaluation, neuroimaging analyses, and dementia neuropathology. The RPM will be responsible for the coordination and administration of these research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The RPM will develop, implement, and coordinate research and administrative procedures for the successful management of the research projects. The RPM will perform diverse duties that include overall administrative and research support for the PI and co-investigators, writing and editing reports, developing and monitoring reports, submitting / maintaining IRB applications, processing / maintaining the budget, working with collaborating institutions and other national and international project collaborators, and training / directing the work of assigned staff in related areas as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Manages research, core projects, and training and / or dissemination of programs. Leads research projects and manages staff performing all project components.
• Provides technical and managerial expertise associated with the implementation of studies and projects.
• May participate in the development of research grants and contracts.
• Provides oversight for accounting functions and financial oversight of project budgets and all expenditures. Provide support to the school's grants in support of the center work.
• May supervise staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree or combination of education and / or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications : No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience : Project Coordination (3 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Driver's License : A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job :

Preferred Qualifications :

Education : Master's degree.

Certifications : No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience : Human Subject Research, Research Administration, And / Or Regulatory Compliance (5 Years).

Skills : Analytical Thinking, Communication, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Ethical Practices, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Technologies, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Project Administration, Working Independently.

Grade : G12

Salary Range : $58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

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