Research Operations Manager 1- Cardiovascular/Garry Lab

About this position:
This position has the responsibility of coordinating the Regenerative Medicine and Sciences
Program and serving as the Network Administrative Officer for the Leducq International Network
of Excellence. This position will provide protocol and research compliance support, organize
and manage research efforts, and proactively identify potential issues, identify solutions and
make recommendations specific to financial aspects of both programs.

This position will supervise current and future lab members.The position will hire, supervise,
assign and delegate work, train, direct the work of and evaluate any laboratory staff required to
support facility operations or research for the Regenerative Medicine and Sciences Program.

Responsibilities
30% Improve practices and procedures to improve efficiency and quality of the Regenerative
Medicine and Sciences Program; Develop improved methods to effectively achieve end results
by, for example, scheduling work steps, arranging/re-arranging the way work is generally
performed, and adding or deleting elements of processes as necessary. Develop and expand
on data collection instruments and procedures

5% Comply with University policies and procedures to develop, manage, and maintain accurate
databases, electronic records, and data warehouses specific to the Regenerative Medicine
Program.

5% Prepare, submit, and administer scientific grant proposals, grants, sponsored contracts,
manuscripts, articles, abstracts, and research reports. Develop and manage PI's program
budget, report on annual progress, and monitor financial accounts.

5% Prepare IRB and IACUC submissions and ensure that procedures are consistent with IRB
and IACUC approvals.

5% Serve as a liaison with internal and external contacts with regard to research, purchasing,
and other Institutions as needed.

50% Leducq Network of Excellence Serves as the Network Administrative Officer (NAO) of the Leducq International Network of Excellence Grant. The NAO is the liaison between the Director
(Dr. Daniel Garry), the Foundation, and the other project leaders/sites. Communication is an essential aspect of the successful Network alliances which will be a key responsibility to ensure the network runs seamlessly. Oversees and facilitates the planning of meetings and organizing of communication exchange among network members. In partnership with pre-award staff, the NAO is accountable for collating annual technical progress reports, quarterly finance budgets, and various reports from all project leaders and providing said documents to the Leducq Foundation. The NAO will facilitate the startup grant award for the fellows between the project PIs as well as assist in distribution of funds for annual scientific meetings and training opportunities.

Required Qualifications:
BA/BS with 6 years of research experience or advanced degree with 4 years of research experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong communication skills, ability to work independently and problem solve
Supervisory experience

This position will require multiple days per week onsite for onboarding and training purposes, as well as for day-to-day operational management.

Pay Range: $95,047 - $130,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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