Job Description:

Research Operations Manager

Develops, implements, and evaluates programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and various community partners.
Creates and implements strategic visions, plans, and timelines; identifies important projects, ventures, and other partnership opportunities.
Serves as a main point of contact regarding program administrative activities; resolves complex issues.
Oversees contracts and negotiations with vendors and service providers.
Monitors, implements, and improves policies and procedures; ensures efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Prepares complex reports, projections, and analyses for senior leadership and community partners.

Job Summary

Supports Clinical Research operations and performs various budgetary functions comprised of multiple grant-based awards, institutional funding, and tuition revenue; develops program-specific budgets as well as the annual operating budget. Manages all resources and multiple training grants and assists scholars and trainees in utilization of funds. Manages space utilization. Contributes to the development and implementation of web-based systems to support operations and training programs.

Essential Functions

Requires the ability to visualize a computer screen, to work with computer hardware and software, to communicate verbally and in writing, and to use a phone. The candidate must have strong working knowledge of English.

Physical Effort

Position is mostly sedentary work.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Operations Manager

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

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: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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