Project Manager. Research Support

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About the role

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Project Manager, Research Support to work in Miami, FL. The Project Manager, Research Support coordinates and leads efforts in a variety of research activities that are complex and wide in scope. Moreover, the Project Manager, Research Support operates with the goal of ensuring that the collection of data and administration of studies are performed efficiently and in compliance with applicable guidelines.

• Writes manuscripts and journal articles for peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Ensures that research program objectives are communicated, met, and results are documented.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Aids in the evaluation of problems with workflow, organization, and planning and develops appropriate analytical approaches in all the surgical procedures, physiological assessments carried out at the laboratory
• Maintains multiple animal protocol books and helps in manuscript preparation.
• Analyze, organize, and interpret complex datasets generated from animal models and surgical experiments using specialized statistical and data management software to support translational neuroscience research objectives.
• Prepare and present research findings, experimental results, and scientific data derived from animal studies for laboratory meetings, scientific conferences, and professional research presentations.
• Review scientific manuscripts, abstracts, and research reports to ensure accurate representation of experimental methods, animal study outcomes, data analyses, and adherence to publication standards prior to submission to peer-reviewed journals.
• Coordinate research activities to ensure animal experiments are performed in accordance with study objectives, regulatory requirements, laboratory protocols, and quality standards, while maintaining comprehensive documentation of research outcomes.
• Support the successful execution of preclinical research programs by monitoring project progress, maintaining research records, and ensuring compliance with University policies, animal welfare regulations, and institutional research guidelines.
• Collaborate with principal investigators, research staff, and trainees in the development, implementation, and optimization of animal models used to investigate the mechanisms, treatment, and outcomes of neurological injury and disease.
• Ensure the highest standards of animal care, welfare, and ethical research conduct by adhering to institutional, federal, and accreditation requirements governing animal research activities.
• Safeguard University resources, laboratory equipment, research specimens, and animal research assets while promoting a safe and compliant research environment.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Pay and benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Staff