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Administrative Manager
WVU Online. Support development and growth of the WVUCI-wide Experimental Therapeutics Research Program .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in project management and research administration, with a strong focus on translational science and grant management. Proven ability to lead teams, develop strategic plans, and manage complex research projects effectively.
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Project ManagementTranslational Science ResearchGrant WritingTeam LeadershipIRB Protocol Development
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Hard Skills
Research Project ManagementFinancial ManagementData ManagementStatistical Software (SAS, SPSS, STATA, R)Microsoft Office SuiteResearch Software (REDCap, Qualtrics, EndNote)Strategic PlanningPerformance EvaluationBudget ManagementResource Organization
Soft Skills
Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingTime Management
Certifications & Qualifications
Master's DegreeCITI Certification
Industry Keywords
Experimental TherapeuticsHealth-Related ResearchResearch GrantsInstitutional Review Board (IRB)Multidisciplinary Collaboration
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support development and growth of the WVUCI-wide Experimental Therapeutics Research Program
- Support the Associate Director for Translational Science with research project management and administrative tasks
- Supervise all Experimental Therapeutics staff and students
- Organize and manage required meetings, retreats, and seminars
- Support the Institute Director and provide strategic leadership and management support to committees
- Oversee program management and research project implementation for grants, subcontracts, and other projects
- Manage day-to-day programming
- Develop and submit IRB protocols
- Manage grant application processes, budgets, and progress and continuation reports
- Recruit, maintain, and supervise a program team to meet deliverables
- Provide strategic and technical expertise in translational research administration, project planning, and management
- Prepare and submit funding proposals and ensure continuation of programs, grants, and contracts
- Develop and manage the strategic plan for the Experimental Therapeutics component of the CCSG competitive application
- Establish working relationships with faculty, staff, researchers, community members, public health agencies, health systems, academic institutions, and cancer centers
- Assist with data collection and analysis for research projects
- Provide scheduling, spreadsheet, data management, and project management support for grant applications
- Collaborate with external partners to promote WVUCI and Experimental Therapeutics research initiatives
- Identify inter-programmatic collaboration opportunities
- Assist with scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
- Set priorities and goals and assess fiscal and resource requirements
- Troubleshoot challenges and identify improvement methods
- Manage data systems and tools for complete and accurate program documentation
- Analyze program progress and implement strategies to improve outcomes and deliverables
- Represent WVUCI at state, regional, and national meetings and conferences
- Coordinate communication between leadership, departments, and programs
- Propose and implement operational efficiency and resource-management improvements
- Recruit, hire, train, and assess performance for Experimental Therapeutics staff and students
- Develop staff training and development programs
- Monitor team performance, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and address development needs
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities to optimize workflow
- Develop and manage a strategic database of NCI-required documentation
- Develop metrics and performance indicators for the CCSG application
- Maintain accurate meeting documentation
- Facilitate multidisciplinary and cross-departmental collaboration
- Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships for events
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master's degree required
- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in project management or health-related research management
- Experience managing complex, multi-year research projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation
- Proven ability to lead and manage a team, including setting goals, providing guidance, and evaluating performance
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
- Knowledge of translational science research, priorities, and programs
- Knowledge of state, federal, and foundation grant opportunities and experience with research grant writing
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of and experience using research software and databases such as REDCap, Qualtrics, EndNote
- Experience using statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, STATA, R
- Knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB) procedures and ability to develop and submit IRB protocols and packages
- Skill in research data management
- Skill in research project management
- Skill in financial planning and financial management of research programs
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
- Skill in written and verbal communication, including writing correspondence and preparing reports
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
- Ability to assist with strategic planning for research program development
- Ability to schedule meetings, retreats, and seminars
- Ability to support multiple research projects at one time
- Ability to participate fully in research and administrative meetings
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment and coordinate participation of team members
- Ability to supervise multiple levels of staff and students
- CITI certification or ability to complete such certification within six months of hire date
Benefits
Comp & perks- Benefits eligible
- Supportive community that champions work-life balance
- Collaborative atmosphere
- Professional and personal growth opportunities
- Equal Opportunity Employer