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Research Support Coordinator

Iowa City, IA • Hybrid

The University Of Iowa
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

University Of Iowa rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

463rd of 633 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Clinical Trials Statistical and Data Management Center (CTSDMC) in the Department of Biostatistics is seeking a Research Support Coordinator who will play a key role in supporting trials conducted at the Center. This position will provide administrative support to various CTSDMC functions, support the timely submission of grant applications, maintain faculty biosketches and other support pages, and coordinate a variety of research operations activities. This position joins a team of research support personnel to ensure the operational and financial aspects of the CTSDMC are supported.

Responsibilities:

Grant Exploration and Development:

Assist in the development and coordination of CTSDMC grant proposals

Prepare grant application packages, using appropriate application format (i.e. Cayuse) and assure timely completion

Prepare proposal routing forms for approval

Manage biosketches and other support pages for CTSDMC-associated faculty

Post-Award Administration/Financial Responsibility:

May prepare administrative portions of grant progress reports and monitor for completeness.

May initiate and/or monitor subcontracts or Professional Service Agreements (PSAs) for various funded projects.

Liaise with University Shared Services on initiating and updating Purchase Orders for expenditures required by the CTSDMC and/or CTSDMC projects. Work with external vendors as necessary to secure appropriate products, licenses and services. 

Compliance:

Monitor compliance with contract/ grant terms and federal guidelines, as applicable.

Track deadlines and ensure deliverables are met.

Operational/Administrative Support:

Organize project-related meetings and events by providing administrative support.

Assist in the scheduling of meetings by coordinating multiple, complex calendars for project staff and leadership. May also attend meetings and take minutes.

Coordinate project-related travel for CTSDMC leadership and staff

May provide support directly within funded projects, including administratively managing and supporting committees, tracking publications and presentations, and preparing and providing reports to leadership.

Initiate routine financial transactions and purchases.

External Communications and Negotiations:

Respond, or coordinate a response to, general inquiries from internal colleagues, external partners, and/or sponsors and funding agencies.

Assist in the development and maintenance of public-facing websites for CTSDMC and related projects, ensuring all websites meet accessibility requirements and adhere to other applicable guidelines.

Leadership/Supervision:

May provide functional supervision over other administrative staff and/or student employees

Required:

Requires the academic knowledge of a discipline - and the ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge - that is usually associated with a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce a variety of documents that demonstrate command of language, clarity of thought, and orderliness of presentation.

Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

Proficiency in Microsoft computer programs, particularly Excel.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience delivering excellent service in a customer-driven environment.

Experience working in a team or group towards a common goal.

Experience in pre-award grant preparation for federal and/or private sponsors.

Working knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.

Position and Application Details:

This position is eligible for on campus, hybrid within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location. 

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions, contact Kay Shie kay-shie@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights:

This is a regular, salaried position. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: Benefits | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu)

Additional Information

       Classification Title: Research Support Coordinator

       Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific

       Schedule: Full-time position

       Work Modality Options: on-campus/Hybrid within Iowa negotiable

Compensation

       Pay Level: 3A

Contact Information:

       Organization: College of Public Health

       Contact Name: Kay Shie

       Contact Email: kay-shie@uiowa.edu

Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Research Support Coordinator
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information
  • Organization: College of Public Health
  • Contact Name: Kay Shie
  • Contact Email: kay-shie@uiowa.edu

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