Senior Project Manager (Buffalo New York)

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Buffalo, New York, seeks an experienced Administrative Research Coordinator to coordinate recruitment and study assessments, supervise staff, and manage project scope, budget, and timelines. The role supports manuscript development and data management for multiple research projects.

The ideal candidate will have a related bachelor's degree and 4+ years of project/management experience, plus experience with database management and community mental health

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with four (4) years of project and/or management experience.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience working in a community mental health setting with project management experience.
• Proficiency with database management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and study assessment visits with PIs and provide data to study psychologists for eligibility review.
• Supervise full-time and temporary staff; manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risks, HR, communications, and procurement.
• Develop guidelines for research studies and assist in hiring, training, and retention of staff.
• Develop REDCap data management systems and assist in IRB proposals and annual reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Database management

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Coordinates the subject recruitment and study assessment visits alongside of the PIs. Collects phone screens and intake materials and provide them to study psychologists for eligibility review. Screens all collected data for missing items. Supervise other full time and temporary staff. Manages project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risks, human resources, communications, and procurement. Assists in the development of study manuscripts and reports

• Works closely with the Principal Investigator to coordinate all aspects of the research project pertaining to recruitment, compliance with project timeline and progress, compliance with FIU regulations, and outreach activities.
• Manages project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risks, human resources, communications, and procurement.
• Works closely with the PI in developing guidelines for the research studies
• Manages and tracks the distribution of qiftcard of project's participants.
• Serves as an University card user for departmental transactions. Adheres to University credit card policies and procedures.
• Supervises project staff and monitor project staff performance. Assistant with clinical evaluations and oversight of data collection and management.
• Works closely with the Pl in developing guidelines for the research studies
• Ensures that staff is aware of grant protocols and is in accordance with grant timeline. Trains staff and volunteers
• Supervises staff and delegates staff effort appropriately across projects to ensure all project goals are met and staff effort is appropriately delegated.
• Serves as an University card user for departmental transactions. Adheres to University credit card policies and procedures.
• Develop REDCap data management systems for each project.
• Assist the principal investigator with IRB proposals, completion of annual reports, and ensure all staff complete required trainings.
• Assist in the hiring, training, and retention of staff. Serve as a member of the search committee for all new hires.
• Ensure adequate equipment, supplies, and maintenance of materials is in place in the facility.
• Assists in the development of study manuscripts and reports

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field with four (4) years of project and/or management experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families as well as prior research experience.
• Experience working in a community mental health setting with project management experience.
• Proficiency with database management

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

$55,000 - $65,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

Other Information

• This position is located in Buffalo New York
• This position is funded by a contract, grant, or external partnership
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to travel locally

Disclosures

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Pay Transparency

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

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