Research Manager

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Research Manager for the Georgia Cancer Center, focused on administrating clinical trials. This role requires strong management skills, a relevant degree, and offers an attractive salary range along with valuable employee benefits. Ensure compliance with institutional guidelines while leading clinical research initiatives.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field or equivalent experience needed.
• Five years of progressive experience with a Master's degree.
• Eight years of management experience with a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical trials and financial activities for oncology research.
• Coordinate industry contracts and communicate with stakeholders.
• Provide training to research staff and ensure compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Education

Ph.D.

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Research Manager

Job ID: 280699
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

College/Department Information

The Georgia Cancer Center is on a mission for providing industry-leading cancer research and care that benefits patients locally and globally. Our ultimate goal is to eradicate cancer and we are proudly making progress every day. When we say patient care is a priority, we mean it. We assemble custom teams of field experts to address each individual's unique needs.

The research and innovations developed at the Georgia Cancer Center ultimately influence the global network of cancer care. Our team fights for far more than just Georgians. The learnings achieved through the care of local patients has wide-reaching implications for creating tomorrow's standard of cancer care. Through facilitating first-in-the-nation trials and growing a depth of understanding only available through a multidisciplinary approach, the Georgia Cancer Center team is equipped to deliver treatment advancements that will be applied in facilities across the world. The team offers a proving ground that paves the way for patients in other areas to have access to new options.

Job Summary

Administrative and financial management of clinical trials for the Georgia Cancer Centers Clinical Trials Office.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and manage pre-award financial activities associated with oncology industry and investigator initiated clinical research trials.
• Review contractual agreements with industry sponsors in conjunction with Augusta University Departments to ensure language is in congruency with Institutional guidelines.
• Review clinical trial documents to conduct coverage analysis in OnCore while analyzing medicare benefit policies congruent with medical practice guidelines related to study specific interventions.
• Communicate regularly with Industry sponsors/CRO, Principal Investigator, research team, the Division of Sponsored Program Administration, OnCore office and other internal as well as external entities involved in budget and contract negotiation.
• Conduct reviews of amended protocols submitting OnCore calendar changes if necessary and route amended contracts for review.
• Attend regularly scheduled departmental and institutional meetings as required.
• Provide training to clinical research staff on study billing grid in Oncore as needed. Assist the post award accountants with training as needed.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. from an accredited college or university with a minimum of one year directly applicable experience; previous supervisory experience.

OR

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of five yeas' progressive grant management, resources management and quality assurance program development experience and previous supervisory experience.

OR

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of eight years progressive grant management, resources management and quality assurance program development experience and previous supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency with computers.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills.

Shift/Salary/Benefits



Pay Band: B12

Salary: $62,300 - $75,000

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 1/10/25 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job Opening ID: 280699

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365


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