Research Program Manager

SUMMARY:

Under supervision of the Director/Research Center Manager of the Center for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine (CBPM), the Research Program Manager provides administrative leadership and operational oversight for the Stress Trauma and Resilience (STAR) COBRE Program, the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (STAR) T32 Program, the CBPM Training and Mentorship Programs, and general CBPM Program Management. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done.

The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate In addition, our leaders will demonstrate an aptitude for: Ensure Accountability and Build Effective Teams Drive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work Processes By applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In collaboration with the Director/Manager, the Research Program Manager provides leadership through the administration, execution, and continued active development of the STAR COBRE, the

STAR T32, CBPM

Training and Mentorship, and other CBPM Programs. The position has direct responsibility for day-to-day management of all administrative and operational aspects of these programs, including research administration, compliance, tracking and reporting, and program execution. The Research Program Manager works closely with the Center Director/Manager to successfully implement current and future STAR and CBPM Programs. The Research Program Manager works closely with the Center Director/Manager as a key member of the CBPM administrative operations team.

Oversee all Program level administrative and operational aspects of the STAR COBRE.Serve as the primary liaison with the Brown University Health Office of Research (Grants and Contracts and Research Protections) personnel for all

STAR COBRE

matters.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of NIH guidelines and reporting requirements and oversee and ensure compliance with NIH special terms and conditions for all projects, including NIH-defined Clinical Trials.

Lead all elements of the annual Progress Report preparation and submission to NIGMS to ensure timely and complete reporting into eRA Commons, ASSIST, SIRS, and other required systems.

Assist in the financial planning process, the development of accurate financial projections, and management of

STAR COBRE

budgets.

Ensure the

STAR COBRE

consistently meets programmatic milestones and objectives according to established timelines.

Work closely with the Director and

STAR COBRE

leadership to establish measurement frameworks for program metrics.

Develop effective processes for collecting, storing and reporting these data.

Launch and maintain the STAR Pilot Project Program Plan, coordinate, document, and ensure action item follow-through for meetings, including but not limited to the Executive Committee, Internal Advisory Committee, External Advisory Committee, and Community Advisory Board.

Provide coordination and support for faculty recruitmentOversee

STAR T32

Fellowship Program

• Manage and administer the

STAR T32

Fellowship grant.

• Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the

STAR T32

fellowship program (ie onboarding, NIH reporting)

• Oversee and coordinate seminars and training activities for

STAR T32

fellows.

• Develop, maintain, and refine Standard Operating Procedures for the

STAR T32

Program

• Assure Mentorship programs are running efficiently and serving the needs of

STAR T32

fellows.

• Ensure diversity, equity and inclusion are weaved into all

STAR T32

mentorship activities.

Oversee all CBPM Training and Mentorship Programs

• Manage Center-specific training activities for CBPM interns and postdoctoral fellows.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all CBPM Trainees.
• Develop, maintain, and refine Standard Operating Procedures for all CBPM Training and Mentorship Programs.
• Assure Mentorship programs are running efficiently and serving the needs of Trainees.
• Ensure diversity, equity and inclusion are weaved into all mentorship activities.

Responsible for general CBPM Research Program Management and AdministrationWork with CBPM faculty to provide training and coordination to support timely submission of external grants.

Oversee and monitor CBPM research program compliance with Hospital and LOR policies.

Manage the planning, coordination and execution of CBPM meetings, events and initiativesWork with the CBPM Director/Manager to develop and build Communication channels (website, newsletters, social media).Perform other duties, special projects, and reports as assigned by the Director/Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC

KNOWLEDGE

Advanced knowledge of financial and business management as it relates to research.

Ability to quickly learn and adapt to accommodate priorities and initiatives.

Ability to act as an agent who drives action and productivity.

Fluency using and understanding data to inform decision making.

Ability to promote a culturally and ethnically diverse environment.

EXPERIENCE

Master's degree or equivalent experience.5+ years of business or administrative experience. Solid administrative, financial, and supervisory experience in grant-funded research is required.

Intermediate computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort with databases.

Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.

Outstanding problem-solving, planning, and management skills with experience in organizing systems and people.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work with a variety of people and organizations in a collegial way.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTSpan lang=FRAble to function in an office and virtual environnent.

Requires walking, navigation of stairs, and standing intermittently throughout the day. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer and other common equipment.

INDEPENDENT ACTION

Performs independently within the Department's policies and practices.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Directly supervise 2-5 members of the

STAR/CBPM

teams.

Indirectly oversee and coordinate the activities of 20-25 STAR/CBPM team members including staff, faculty, and trainees.

Pay Range:

$78,416.00

• 129,355.

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EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

The Miriam Hospital

• 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

M-F 8am

• 5pm

Work Shift:

Day Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of

The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University:

Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation's first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state's largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives

• we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients
• and for yourself.

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