Clemson University Hiring for Research Project Manager / Research Associate at Seneca, SC Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

The Research Project Manager III serves as a co-PI or reports to the designated PI and is responsible for the overall management of scientific and research projects, grants and programs on NIH funded studies. This position is responsible for all aspects of project planning and execution including planning, scope definition, design, execution, timeline monitoring, marketing, and delivery including assembling teams, managing personnel and resources and ensuring the timely completion of goals (as detailed by the PI). This position is also responsible for project reporting requirements including presentations, publications, reports and other deliverables to sponsors, internal- and external-stakeholders. This position may be periodically required to travel to or report to other regional sites. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

45% – Essential – Leads the development and implementation of project staffing in line with project plans to ensure timely completion of federally funded research projects. Identifies staff competencies and assigns staff resources to project tasks appropriate to each individual’s knowledge, skill, and abilities. Directs the research team in communicating and obtaining project goals, monitors project progress, and manages staff to keep research projects on track. Uses existing infrastructure and resources in Box and REDCap to achieve and monitor project progress and staff goals setting and attainment. Tasks are set by PI.

20% – Essential – Distributes duties and appoints team leads to oversee, delegate, and lead regular tasks. Delegates special assignments to team. Oversees and/or supervises temporary staff, administrative staff (e.g., Clinical Research Associates and Marketing Specialists), and/or research support specialists. Evaluates, leads, coaches, mentors and trains Clinical Research Associates, Research Support Specialists, and student workers/volunteers.

20% – Essential – Serves as a PI or as PI¿s representative to structure, implement, and maintain defined operational standards. Serves as Principal Investigator¿s representative in designing integrated solutions which may include tools, trainings, reports, as well as requirements for project queries, applications, databases, data capture forms, online web pages, and related systems using REDCap, Box, and SPSS or SAS or R.

10% – Essential – Ensures that personnel complete all required staff training, shepherd research staff through onboarding, perform 90-day reviews and annual reviews of research staff, field and organize time off requests from research staff ensuring coverage of duties. Uses REDCap to summarize progress of staff onboarding as well as staff proficiency at meeting goals. My assist with regulatory duties including preparation, submission, and tracking of IRB submissions, approvals, and reviews. May assist with data analysis and/or publishing research reports. Grant writing opportunities available, if desired. Other duties as assigned.

5% – Essential – Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Assertive communication style. Knowledge of research process and/or research procedures including research regulations; Detail-oriented; Excellent organization skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education – 1st Master’s Degree – gerontology, psychology, nursing, or related field.
Work Exp 3+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education – 1st Doctoral / Professional Degree – gerontology, psychology, nursing, or related field.
Work Exp 5+ years (Research project management experience. Clinical trial experience. Management or supervisory experience; Publication and/or grant funding track record.)

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge – Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others – Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities – No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

30% – Stand for prolonged period
30% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
25% – Walk or move about
20% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
20% – Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
30% – Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
75% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
75% – Recognize or inspect visually
25% – Move, transport, raise or lower
30% – Extends hands or arms in any direction
75% – Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

20% – Exposure to heat or cold
20% – Wet or humid
20% – Noise
40% – Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm; Standard Hrs: 37.5; Expected pay range $120,000-$123,763

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

JOB LOCATION:

Seneca, SC

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

This position requires direct contact with vulnerable populations and requires adherence to medical guidelines.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

November 24, 2023

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email [email protected] upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.