NIH D43 Program Administrator

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan or alternative

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks a NIH D43 Program Administrator for the One Health Eastern Africa Research Training (OHEART) program. The role is postdoctoral level and will support technical/administrative program implementation in collaboration with Kenya and Ethiopia partners.

Responsibilities include coordinating remote trainee support, lab assistance, and manuscript writing towards publications, plus stakeholder engagement through workshops and travel coordination for program MPIs.

Qualifications

• PhD in epidemiology with emphasis on zoonotic viruses and bacterial molecular epidemiology.
• Background in veterinary medicine, human medicine or public health.
• Track record of working in global/international settings is a plus.
• Masters of Public Health is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate fellow trainees remotely.
• Coordinate laboratory support and manuscript writing toward publications.
• Engage stakeholders via workshops/meetings and coordinate travel and communications; liaise with international partners.

Education

PhD in epidemiology

Masters of Public Health

Job description

Job Title

NIH D43 Program Administrator

Department

Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Preventive Medicine

Program Description

The employee will serve as a Program Administrator for the NIH D43 Program known as the One Health Eastern Africa Research Training (OHEART) program. The position will be at postdoctoral level. The will contribute to the program by successfully supporting technical and administrative program implementation for OHEART that is a collaborative effort with Kenya and Ethiopia partners.

Duties

The duties include supporting and facilitating fellow trainees remotely; coordinating laboratory support and manuscript writing including achieving publications in targeted journals.

Additional Responsibilities

Additional responsibilities include active and ongoing stakeholder engagement through workshop/program retreat/ meeting facilitation; coordinating/disseminating communication materials and travel coordination for program MPIs; liaising with key personnel within the prime (KEMRI, Kenya) and subawardee (GO, LLC in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) to achieve program objectives successfully.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in epidemiology with emphasis on zoonotic viruses and bacterial molecular epidemiology or characterization. Having background in veterinary medicine, human medicine or public health

Desired Qualifications

Track record of working in global/ international settings is a plus. Have a Masters of Public Health is desirable.

Location

Sisson Hall (0080)

Position Type

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours

30

Shift

First Shift

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

About Ohio State

We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties - including a job that’s right for you. As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.