Manager – Research Support-CCSG

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Manager, Research Support to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.

CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                    

The Manager, Research Support (A) provides program support to facilitate research. Furthermore, the incumbent oversees research operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with applicable regulations. 

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data and maintaining databases. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures and ensures all research is undertaken according to best practices. Provides guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior research staff and students. Conducts meetings with research and other staff, outside agencies, and other applicable organizations and ensures functions are coordinated in a timely and accurate manner. Provides technical and program support and resolves operational problems. Assists in the preparation and publication of manuscripts and other program-related documents and reports. Stays abreast of developments in the field which may impact department functions. Advances expertise through continued education, training, and research. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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                                                                                                         

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

Department Specific Functions

The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team as a CCSG Program Coordinator. This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing SCCC's National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation by supporting the Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) renewal and maintenance processes.

As a dedicated and critical member of the CCSG administrative team, the successful candidate will lead the organization, coordination, and communication efforts that ensure seamless execution of the CCSG application and compliance with NCI guidelines. Additionally, the role will involve supporting the oversight and implementation of SCCC’s strategic plan to align with organizational goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Administration & Coordination

•          Lead and manage CCSG application renewal and maintenance workflows, ensuring compliance with the most recent NCI guidelines.

•          Identify and resolve barriers to CCSG implementation by developing actionable solutions and ensuring timely execution.

•          Oversee and coordinate information and data collection for required annual reports, project milestones, and ad hoc requests, ensuring clarity, consistency, and conformance to NCI submission requirements.

Strategic Planning Support

•          Collaborate with leadership to oversee the implementation of SCCC’s 5-year strategic plan, ensuring alignment with CCSG goals and NCI requirements.

•          Track the progress of strategic initiatives, providing updates and recommendations to enhance efficiency and impact.

•          Facilitate coordination among teams to support the successful execution of strategic priorities.

Communication & Collaboration

•          Work closely with other members of the SCCC Research Administration team, ensuring consistent and transparent communication.

•          Create and manage timelines and deliverables, distributing key updates to stakeholders.

•          Provide communication and logistical support for all CCSG-related meetings and annual retreats, tracking action items and facilitating follow-ups.

Content Development & Review

•          Develop, review, and ensure clarity and accuracy of all CCSG-related materials, including presentations, figures, and tables.

•          Oversee the preparation of key reports required to maintain NCI designation, such as RPPRs, EAB documentation, and information requested by the SRO.

•          Ensure materials adhere to NCI submission requirements for readability, consistency, and compliance.

Project Management

•          Support all CCSG meetings by tracking action items, facilitating completion, and providing a solid communication channel linking SCCC leadership to all critical CCSG activities.

•          Work with SCCC leaders to provide support to ensure the continued completion of action plans strategically aligned with the CCSG mission.

•          Prioritize projects based on deadlines, resource requirements, and impact to SCCC's mission.

•          Coordinate with internal teams and departments to ensure the timely completion of action plans aligned with the CCSG's strategic goals.

Supervise and provide guidance to other team members supporting CCSG deliverables.

(Essential) Preferred Experience & Additional Skills:

•          Hold an advanced degree or cancer center experience

•          Have basic knowledge of cancer center research (CCSG) 

•          Excellent organization and planning skills

•          Experience with Strategic Planning

•          Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments with competing deadlines is required, as well as evidence of problem-solving and interpersonal skills that facilitate effective interactions within cross-functional teams and with external customers.

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.

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