Director of Research Operations

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Director of Research Operations to lead and oversee the operational side of a comprehensive research program within the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. The role drives vision, policies, budgets, and strategic plans to ensure high-quality research services with regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, translate strategic plans into operational actions, and coordinate administrative functions across

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading research operations or closely related fields.
• Ability to manage budgets, policies, and strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all operational aspects of the research program.
• Represent the team at scientific meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate on strategic initiatives with CTSI teams.
• Lead grant writing and manuscript development for new projects.
• Direct project oversight and manage diverse teams of students and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project oversight

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - Director of Research Operations (26005965)

Director of Research Operations

Clinical and Translational Science Institute - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005965 )

- Showing representation at scientific meetings: Formally representing the team at various scientific conferences and professional gatherings.
- Collaborative Initiatives: Engaging directly on strategic initiatives within the Precision Medicine, International Initiatives, Primary Care, and Precision Community Engagement teams.
- Grant and Manuscript Development: Leading/co-leading grant writing for upcoming projects, such as the R01.
- Project Oversight/leadership: Managing the design and implementation of research projects and oversee diverse teams of students and staff.

There will be potential for patient/participant exposure with the need to work in multiple settings including clinical and research spaces. Candidate must be able to complete all CITI modules and obtain relevant access as needed for credentialling in the UPMC electronic health record.

Job Summary

Leads a team and directs & oversees all operational aspects of the research program. Establishes and drives the vision, policies, fiscal functions, administration, and strategic plan of a research program to support the delivery of high-quality research services and ensure compliance with established professional, regulatory, and organizational standards and requirements. Formulates budgets and performs associated financial duties. Collaborates with and advises internal and external stakeholders and ensures adherence to regulations. Translates strategic plans into research operational plans oversees administrative matters.

Essential Functions

Ability to operate a PC and communicate effectively verbally and in written form with a various people. Telephone skills, computer and keyboard skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational skills. Ability to be flexible in location assignment. Ability to participate in face to face or virtual meetings. Ability to connect with diverse groups of people.

Physical Effort

Position will require standing or sitting for work with reasonable mobility to navigate location site and clinical exam space. Ability to move throughout campus to attend face to face meetings and or participate in virtual meetings or lift reports weighting approximately 15lbs

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Director - Research Operations

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Research Operations

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 7

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.

Work Schedule M-F 8-4:30pm

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

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 The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.