Manager of Research Programs, Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy
Location: Dallas, TX
Location Type: On-site
Location Type: On-site
Job Number: 912906
Category: Professional & Executive
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Responsibilities
Manager of Research Programs – Simmons Cancer Center – Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
The Research Program Manager is responsible for management, coordination and promotion of clinical and basic research in the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy. This individual works closely with the Director of the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy to manage research initiatives of the Center by coordinating effectively with other parts of the institution and establishing effective working relationships with organizational peers. Promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions; organizes meetings, seminars and conferences. Provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor’s Degree in science, finance or related field
- Experience
8 years of related experience in research, research administration or non-profit administration and
Must be familiar with NIH research grant preparation and management and
Requires advanced PC expertise including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software
Prior experience in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program is highly desirable, and participation in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program may count as additional experience.
- Licenses and Certifications
Heart Saver may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements Upon Hire
Preferred
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Education
Ph.D in a Medical Science Field
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Experience
Prior experience related to research administration is strongly preferred.Previous experience working in a Medical Center
Ability to draft scientific documents
S
trong IRB Experience
Previous experience with grant preparations and formatting, along with submitting progress reports
JOB DUTIES
· Assists the Center Director and Center Assistant Director of Operations with strategic development of new research programs and initiatives.
· Provides oversight of basic and clinical research programs.
· Assists in long-range planning for research program growth and changes in research priorities.
· Promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions.
· Supports new research funding opportunities by coordinating and assisting in the preparation of grant proposals and contractual agreements and associated budgets; ensures the timely submission of proposals or agreements which meet institutional mandate; provides oversight of post award reporting requirements.
· Assists in developing clinical trials and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, study protocols, and ethical standards throughout the trial process.
· Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with onboarding and orientation of all new research faculty and staff.
· Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with lab space planning and inventory control of the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy
· Organizes meetings, seminars and conferences.
· Oversees information services group in developing web-based research collaboration tools and databases.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Benefits
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Working at UTSW
Bring Your “A” Game.
Why are top candidates in so many professional fields – including customer service, finance, and human resources, to name a few – choosing UT Southwestern Medical Center as a career home? Simple. They know that they will work among a team of people who bring their best every day to support a health organization that’s breaking new ground in dozens of ways. That’s what we can offer you.
It takes a lot to keep UT Southwestern at the forefront, where world-class patient care, acclaimed medical education, and innovative research breakthroughs are common occurrences. When you join us, those are the challenges you’ll share. Our organization has taken on serious commitments and responsibilities within a rapidly evolving health care system.
Change is a constant, so our work supporting this complex matrix of business and systems needs must rise to the highest level of professionalism, collaboration, and innovation. That’s true for every role across the Medical Center and represents why this can be the most challenging work of your career.
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