Research Support Specialist
Position Specific Summary: To design, plan, promote and conduct services, technology transfer, and coordination of administrative functions for environmental health programs of substantial complexity and impact, on and off campus, in conjunction with The University of Iowa Environmental Health Sciences Research Center (EHSRC) and other sponsored studies.
Key Areas of Responsibilities and Specific Job Tasks
Grant Exploration and Development
Assist with preparing grant applications for competing renewals, supplements and other center-related applications.
Assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of EHSRC programs.
-Revising announcements for the annual pilot grant submission process.
-Advising potential applicants whom to contact with questions.
-Assist with human subjects review for awardees.
-Assist with animal subjects review (IACUC) for awardees
-Coordinate with grants accounting for subcontracts for Pilot Grant awardees
-Track progress of Pilot Grant awardees.
Post-Award Administration/Financial Responsibility
Assist with preparing annual, special, and periodic operational and fiscal reports.
Track publications emanating from Center research and submit publications to NLM for compliance with NIH rules.
Compliance
Assist with human subjects review, for example, reporting of human subjects information and compiling annual cumulative enrollment reports.
Assist with animal subjects review, including for pilot grant awardees.
Operational/Administrative Support
Oversee and coordinate the operations of various administrative programs, including the pilot grant program, career enhancement program, and Center seminars, workshops, and conferences.
May be responsible for Workflow-related functions (i.e., financial electronic transaction routing).
Initiate travel-related and purchasing transactions.
Maintain the Center website.
Compile the annual reports of all Center components.
Maintain multiple contact lists for distributing announcements and educational opportunities.
Coordinate meetings, including scheduling and preparing agendas and minutes.
Write and edit articles and reports for publications and distribution.
External Communication and Negotiations
Participate in Environmental Health Sciences Core Center activities, such as administrator calls and annual meetings.
Serve as liaison for media inquiries and investigators, assisting with making connections between media and investigators.
May provide functional supervision over other administrative staff and/or student employees.
Assist in the recruitment of EHSRC staff as appropriate.
Application Details:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as 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 five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is eligible for hybrid work 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.
Benefits Highlights:
· Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
· Hybrid work available.
· Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Reasonable (1-3 years) administrative, supervisory and program experience is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of administering complex, federally funded research grants, including tracking and reporting.
Evidence of experience requiring strong organizational and planning skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other advanced software, including artificial intelligence.
Ability to travel and work some evenings.
Desirable Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with website maintenance.
Experience working with federal and other granting agencies.
Experience working with an interdisciplinary group of researchers.
Experience working with an Advisory Board or Board of Directors and/or community groups.
Experience supervising and directing technical, research staff, students and/or volunteer groups.
Knowledge of environmental science or public health science research.
Additional Information
· Classification Title: Research Support Specialist
· Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
· Schedule: Full-time
· Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
Compensation
· Pay Level: 4A
Contact Information
· Organization: College of Public Health
· Contact Name: Lisa Irving
· Contact Email: lisa-irving@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.
