The Miriam Hospital · 6 hours ago
Research Program Operations Mgr
Providence, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$86K/yr - $143K/yr
10+ years expThe Miriam Hospital is seeking a Director of Research Program Operations to provide strategic and mentoring support to the research programs of the Division of Infectious Diseases. This role involves overseeing research program administration, supporting strategic planning, managing grants, and mentoring early-career investigators.
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Responsibilities
Lead the administration, execution, and continuous development of the research programs of the Director of Division of Infectious Diseases, select mid-career faculty, and early-stage investigators within the Division to support investigator, program, and Division growth
Support Strategic Planning activities – development, implementation, and evaluation
Ensure continued alignment of the Divisional strategic plan with research priorities at the project, program, department and organizational levels
Manage high-level operational aspects of grants and programs, coordination with research administration, compliance with federal and institutional policies, and program execution
Serve as a primary liaison to the Departmental Research Administrator as needed to coordinate with Brown University Health Office of Research including Grants and Contracts, Research Finance, and Research Protections
Work with Division Director to provide ongoing training, guidance, and professional development opportunities for research faculty and staff
Work with the Director to develop Divisional research strategic planning activities (e.g. research retreat) for faculty and senior staff members
Directly mentor and train early-career investigators and relevant staff members regarding institutional and external grant-funded research and implementation
Collaborate in the financial planning process, including developing accurate financial projections and managing program budgets for selected investigators and the Director, Division of Infectious Diseases in coordination with Department and Office of Research
Facilitate and support investigators engaged in multi-site research collaborations and research networks
Assist in pre- and post-award planning with investigators and collaborators
Collaborate with the Director and evaluation teams to establish measurement frameworks for research program success, tracking progress against established milestones and objectives
Work with faculty and senior leadership to gather and analyze data on program performance, providing regular reports on program outcomes and impact
Support early-career investigators with scientific and administrative planning for successful team science initiatives, and development of scientific/research strategy for grant proposals
Coordinate with the Departmental Research Administrator and Office of Research to manage the submission process for external grants for selected investigators and Division Director
Develop and implement communication strategies for research programs of the Division
Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, collaborators, and external partners, ensuring alignment on goals, progress, and expectations
Foster collaboration between internal teams and external institutions, facilitating joint and multi-site research projects, partnerships, and cooperative agreements
Foster collaborative work with external academic and governmental research partners and community groups, ensuring effective communication and project execution
Continuously improve administrative infrastructure for research programs, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and supporting operational improvements
Act as an internal consultant for early-stage faculty by assisting in the development of processes and tools that result in measurable operational improvements
Serve as a resource, guide, and mentor for Divisional Project Directors on implementing best practices for research project operations and administration
Develop administrative infrastructure for large program grants held by Division Director (e.g., CFAR)
Assure mentorship programs are running efficiently and serving the needs of trainees and early-career investigators
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
10+ years of experience in research management, direction, and administration, including operational responsibilities in a grant-funded research environment
Strong background in managing large-scale research programs and collaborating with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
Knowledge of financial management related to research operations, with the ability to analyze complex financial reports and assist in budget forecasting
Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills, with experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work collaboratively with diverse teams
Demonstrated ability to function autonomously and independently while maintaining a team-oriented approach to leadership of research program
Directly supervises up to 10 administrative and research staff members ensuring their professional growth and ensuring smooth coordination of daily operational task and indirectly oversees the activities of 20-50 faculty, staff, and trainees, depending on the size and scope of research programs at any given time
Preferred
Experience working with Institutional Review Boards (IRB), research compliance, and federal funding agencies
Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data management, and basic statistical analyses
Company
The Miriam Hospital
The Miriam Hospital is a private, not-for-profit hospital at 164 Summit Avenue in Providence
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$32.1MKey Investors
Rhode Island FoundationNational Institute of General Medical ScienceNational Institutes of Health
2021-12-08Grant· $1M
2021-10-07Grant· $11.1M
2014-09-09Grant· $20M
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