Business Research Director, College of Medicine, Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine

Business Research Director, College of Medicine, Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine is seeking a highly qualified Business Research Director. The Business Research Director will be responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and development of innovative and strategic research programs for the department's research mission. This individual will provide oversight and support to investigators within the department to cultivate positive, productive, and innovative research programs. This position will have direct supervisory responsibilities of a unit or multiple units, in addition to management of projects/tasks associated with research business operations.

Essential Functions

• Manage, oversee, plan, and conduct research; manage daily activities, including project development, data collection and data analysis. Oversee regulatory services and assist with strategic planning and development.
• Assist investigators in grant preparation and grant writing activities, NIH biosketches, budget preparation, and grant packaging. Manage grant planning and participate in grant submission meetings. Manage grant planning to ensure timely submissions.
• Develop training and education programs for investigators, trainees, and research staff on various aspects of research and regulatory services. Develop and manage a database to track mandatory training.
• Develop standard operating procedures within research and regulatory services. Troubleshoot problems with investigators and processes, analyze issues and present solutions. Consult with investigators and coordinators in compliance with IRB, FDA and UC regulations.
• Act as a resource to train and mentor Business Administrators and Managers on department and university finance and operations practices related to research.
• Engage with department and division leadership to initiate strategic planning and development of research programs within the department to improve research program success and increase external funding.
• Develop, analyze and compile metrics and data to assist in evaluation of research programs. Oversee contracted services, and development of efficient workflows.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Required Experience

Seven (7) or more years of related work experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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