Research Support Manager - Dept of Surgery
The Research Support Manager handles all aspects of the research mission for the Department of Surgery, covering pre- and post-grant award processes. The Research Support Manager is responsible for management of the sponsor-funded, internally-funded research projects and research commitments as part of start-up funding, bridge funding, or research incentive funding. This position also oversees mentorship meetings for junior faculty and monthly/quarterly finance and research journal clubs and provides administrative supervision to lab staff and other research support personnel. This would include assisting with onboarding by requesting appropriate access to labs, shared files, and system programs, approving payroll and time off requests, overseeing compliances, and processing tuition payments as needed. The Research Support Manager will work closely with the Vice Chair for Education and the Vice Chair for Research to administer the clinical research residency program and any future training grants. This position will determine the need for additional research staff and the availability of funding and will sit as a member of search committees when positions are posted. This position will also be responsible for final review and approval of financial and human resource transactions on sponsored funds.
- Identifies trends and determines priorities for the Department of Surgery.
- Develops and monitors financial plans.
- Analyzes data over numerous years to project and makes recommendations to administration for future year budgeting and planning.
- Provides final departmental approval of all financial and HR transactions on sponsored funds for the Department of Surgery.
- Supervises and leads departmental research team, including an accountant, research assistants, clinical trials coordinators, graduate research assistants, hourly undergraduate students, and any complimentary appointees in laboratory areas.
- Acts as point of contact for Carver College of Medicine summer medical student program, which includes determining appropriate funding, onboarding any summer interns, and ensuring access is set up prior to intern's start date.
- Reviews and approves grant budgets and proposals.
- Develops plans for future grant submissions including training grants.
- Creates and monitors research financial matrix report to measure sustainability and productivity. Proactively reviews reports to resolve financial discrepancies, minimizing risk to the department.
- Meets with faculty on a regular basis to review research milestones and budgetary issues.
- Other duties or projects as assigned by supervisor.
Department Summary: The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Surgery is committed to saving lives and improving our patient's quality of life through excellent surgical techniques and extraordinary patient care. Our surgeons and medical professionals address a wide variety of complex medical issues, from matching donors with recipients in the Organ Transplant Center to providing continuous care for both adult and pediatric trauma victims in the state's only designated Level I Trauma Center and certified regional Burn Treatment Center.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: UIHC Medical Center University Campus
Pay Grade: 5A Pay Structure
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information on benefits, please visit UI Health Care Benefits.
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Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related area.
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of grants administration experience.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience managing complex information requiring attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
- Proficiency in computer software applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working with grant budget preparation and monitoring.
- Experience in management and supervision of staff.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa Health Care practices, rules, and regulations.
- Knowledge of NIH rules and regulations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and coordinate multiple duties.
Application Process: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a a "Relevant File" to the submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 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 references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions, please contact Katie Pontious-Vanhxay at (319) 384-6144 or Katie-Pontious-Vanhxay@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
