Research Program Manager in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Research Program Manager

Dent Med-Periodontics/Preventive Dentistry - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004598)

Job Summary

Manages and facilitates overall day-to-day research administration activities and operational functions. Collaborates to ensure compliance, productivity, and progress. Develops and implements program policies and procedures and adheres to protocols, regulations, and budgets. Coordinates program events and logistics. Performs budgetary functions.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include:
Ensure compliance, validity, productivity, and progress of the research performed in the laboratory.
Manage and facilitate overall day today research administration activities and operational functions.
Where needed, implement policies and procedures and adherence to protocols, regulations, and budgets.

Preferred Skills & Competencies:
Strong ability to evaluate scientific data.
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead by example.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.

Assignment Category: Part-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Research Program Manager

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Research Program Support

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: - Master’s degree in a relevant biological discipline; PhD degree preferred. - A minimum of 3–5 years of experience working in a molecular biology laboratory, with understanding of RNA biology and RNA-based technologies. - Deep understanding of basic science laboratory operations.

Work Schedule: To be Determined

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable