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Project Manager Research Associate

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East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employcapability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Position Information

Job Title Project Manager Research Associate
Position Number 500540
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH Kinesiology
Department Homepage https://hhp.ecu.edu/kine/
Advertising Department KINESIOLOGY
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Research Associate
Working Title Project Manager Research Associate
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. income offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC income administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $53,869 - $60,000
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research
Organizational Unit Overview The College of Health and Human Performance provides instruction, conducts research, and performs service in health education and promotion, kinesiology, human development and family science, social work, interior design and merchandising, and recreation sciences. The mission of the College of Health and Human Performance is to improve health, well-being, and quality of life. The primary focus of the college is to advance and disseminate expertise concerning maintenance and enhancement of health and quality of life.

Job tasks The Research Associate (Project Manager) leads and coordinates research activities across Dr. Linda May's pregnancy-related research studies in a clinical healthcare setting. These research activities include clinical, epidemiological, social and/or bench-top research. Position tasks include assist investigators with developing, conducting and evaluating scientific research in the laboratory, clinic, field and/or teaching environments. Additional tasks will involve screening and evaluating research subjects according to protocol guidelines. Evaluations include obtaining medical data, directly interacting with subjects to collect data and samples, clinical and/or specimen-located data, abstraction of data from medical records, and follow-up assessments. tasks will also involve assisting in recruitment efforts, and data management and entry. Most of the research tasks will be conducted at East Carolina Heart Institute, FITT building, Ward Sports Medicine building, Vidant Medical Center; however, patient recruitment and data collection may involve activities at Vidant Medical Center, nearby clinics and health departments, or nearby facilities. The Project Manager manages the pregnancy studies at ECU. Other administrative tasks include leading and coordinating regulatory assistance (IRB, FDA, granting agencies, sponsors), searching and retrieving literature, interacting with study personnel, record-keeping according to Good Clinical Practices, and report preparation. The Project Manager works independently with close coordination with the Principal Investigators in formulating project budgets, invoicing sponsors for completed research and tracking receivables. The position may serve as a liaison with the ECU Office of Clinical Trials in handling confidentiality agreements, MOUs, and other required documents to initiate and conduct research projects. Other tasks also include providing training and guidance to students, residents, faculty investigators and other research staff.

Administrative tasks and Supervision 10%
This Project Manager serves as a resource supporting the principal investigator and co-investigators with the pregnancy research projects, training faculty, students, residents, and clinical staff in the procedures and methods that are used to conduct research projects. The Project Manager leads development of procedures and quality assurance plans to ensure the research practices are in compliance with campus, state and federal regulations and guidelines under supervision of the PI. The Project Manager manages the pregnancy studies with considerable autonomy. The position must also work effectively with faculty, staff, residents, and students.

Data Integrity and Interpretation 20%
This position is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of certain phases of the assigned project(s) with limited supervision from the principal investigators. Example activities coordination of data collection including ensuring projected deliverables and results are on track. The project manager will be responsible for ensuring that the studies are conducted in conformity with study protocols and will supervises and lead collection methods with considerable independence. A basic expertise of research principles, study design, and methods of data collection and analysis are required. The position will monitor data and assess its integrity as well as perform basic statistical analyses, including interpreting results.

Laboratory/Clinical Research 70%
The Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the research work conducted in and connected with the pregnancy studies at ECU with considerable independence. The Project Manager works with Principal Investigators and Co-Investigators to initiate research projects, recruit, and retain research subjects, collect data, generate study reports, and complete protocols in a timely manner. This may include clinical, epidemiological, social and/or bench-top research.

Contingent upon availcapability of funds.

Minimum Education/practice significant Master's degree; or significant BS/BA with three years of significant work practice. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None

Preferred practice, expertise, Training/Education
   » practice in clinical, basic, or translational research
   » Record of attention to detail
   » Phlebotomy training or availability to lgain and perform phlebotomies (blood collections)
   » Proficiency with database applications (e.g., REDCap, PowerPoint, Excel) and strong communication expertise both orally and in writing
   » Proficiency with scheduling applications (e.g., Outlook)
Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employcapability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, candidates must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, candidates that possess the preferred education and practice must also possess the minimum education/practice, if applicable.

Job Open Date 09/10/2024
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 09/24/2024
Initial Screening Begins 09/25/2024
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AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, discapability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or E-Mail: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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Job Location: Houston, Texas
Address: Houston
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Post Date: 09/10/2024 / Viewed 5 times
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Company: Rice University
Contact Email: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu


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