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DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in academic program management or research administration within a university, healthcare, or nonprofit research setting. Experience working in a medical school or clinical/community engagement research environment is a plus.

* Master's Degree (e.g., MPH, MS, MSW, PhD, or equivalent) in a scientific, health, or policy-related field strongly preferred. Background in biomedical sciences, translational research, or health systems is highly desirable.

* Demonstrated success in developing and managing complex, multi-stakeholder research or training initiatives from concept to execution. Adept at building relationships across disciplines and sectors, including experience liaising with faculty, donors, community partners, advocacy organizations, and external research consortia.

* Experience with management an Extensions in Community Healthcare Outcomes (iECHO) or equivalent program preferred.

* Strong knowledge of academic funding mechanisms and internal/external grant administration, including NIH, foundation, and philanthropic grants, grant administration, IRB, and financial forecasting. Proven experience supporting the development and submission of successful research proposals, including familiarity with sponsor guidelines, compliance processes, and institutional routing.

* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience preparing scientific reports, donor briefings, and educational materials for diverse audiences including faculty, funders, and the public.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and five or more years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree in a scientific, health, or policy-related field strongly preferred. Background in biomedical sciences, translational research, or health systems is highly desirable. Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

* Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.

* Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.

* Ability to oversee and direct staff particularly related to clinical, medical education and community engagement research

* Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.

Proven ability to lead scientific meetings, symposia, and educational events, including agenda design, speaker coordination, and impact assessment.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

* For teaching jobs, advanced degree or certification may be required for some programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

* Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.

* Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.

* Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

* Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others.

* On-campus mobility.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.

* May travel locally

* Occasional overnight travel