Research Program Administration Officer I, Public Health

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The Health Promotions Science Department is seeking a full-time Research Program Administrator I. This position will administer and support the management of research projects for Dr. Purnima Madhivanan and Dr. Karl Krupp. The Research Program Administration Officer I will coordinate a variety of activities involved in conducting community-based human subjects research studies, including participant and community partner recruitment and retention, data management, protocol development, student staff training, study fidelity, oversight of research staff, and required regulatory activities.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs day to day operational and administrative activities in support of the Research Programs.
• Facilitates and assists with the following:
  
  • meetings and logistics
  • project budgets, staffing acquisition, and procurement of space and equipment/supplies
  • standard operating procedures/manual of operations
  • project related documents such as informed consent forms, communications, etc. 
  • Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, amendments, renewals, reporting, and close-out 
  • Sponsor reporting and auditing
• Coordinates community and participant outreach, recruitment and retention for the Research Programs.
  • Provide assistance in developing and monitoring project participant recruitment and retention strategies including procurement of marketing and promotional materials.
  • Facilitates and assists with new and maintains existing community partnerships.
  • Attends meetings and community events.
  • Serves as liaison for study team and community partners and assists with troubleshooting issues related to on-site community based recruitment and data collection.
• Coordinates data collection and management for research projects.
  • Schedules participant data collection appointments.
  • Administers data collection via surveys, interviews, and/or focus groups.
  • Assists with development and management of databases (e.g., REDCap) for data collection.
  • Assists with data entry upon request.
  • Distributes and maintains record of participant incentives.
  • Archives documents and pertinent files and prepares for storage per requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and in a professional manner
• Able to maintain sensitivity with confidential information.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Proficient with the use of cloud platforms (Drive, Box, etc.) 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of relevant work experience.

FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $25.50 - $28.29, DOE Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 7 Career Stream and Level PC1 Job FamilyResearch Program Admin Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 11/13/2023 Expected End DateContact Information for Candidates Purnima Madhivanan,, Associate Professor | pmadhivanan@arizona.edu Open Date 10/25/2023 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to ApplicantDiversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.