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Director of Research Operations

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 24, 2024
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY The Director of Research Operations will report to the Associate Vice President of Academic and Clinical Operations and will work under minimal supervision. This role will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in the areas of Basic, Translational and Clinical Research. The Director will partner with Clinical, Basic Science, and Center Department Administrators to ensure the successful implementation and alignment of research initiatives. The Director of Research Operations will play a pivotal role in advancing the institution's research mission by providing leadership, guidance, and support to research teams. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 6 years of progressively responsible related experience in an academic medical center Additional years of equivalent related experience may be used in lieu of stated degree requirement. Preferred Education Master's Degree in business Experience Experience in a research department at an academic medical center is strongly preferred. JOB DUTIES Lead efforts to analyze and recommend guidelines for the effective integration of research strategy, planning, and execution of projects that support Basic, Translational and Clinical Research at the institutional level. Serves as a partner and advisor on research initiatives supporting the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Academic Affairs and Medical Group and the Vice Provost, Dean of Basic Research. Provide shared services to multiple departments and support pre-award and post award for large institutional awards and other critical awards. Partner with Academic Affairs leadership on research administration strategic initiatives. Support Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) in the oversight and management of research administrative functions assisting academic departments. Provide oversight of research Core operational support for over sixty cores, expand the centralized Core software systems for ordering and billing, and provide training, maintenance, and support for the Core software system. Partner with Basic Science and Center department Chairs, Directors, and administrative staff to streamline processes and procedures. Develop, coordinate, prepare, and help implement project plans to support research initiatives. Serve as a project director on one or more critical initiatives at any given time, guiding the project team, driving appropriate analyses, meeting project goals, managing timelines and working with the business owner to successfully implement new processes and metrics. Participate in research strategy and direction setting, identifying and prioritizing areas for improvement, assisting project teams with scope definition, and encouraging good change management practices. Serve as liaison with central offices and department administrators, maximizing alignment between research and business objectives. Provide support and guidance for the creation of new research departments or services in Academic Affairs. Act as a "super user" to provide oversight and resolution to research related issues. Assist with identifying enhancements/efficiencies by partnering with SPA, HR, Budget, Accounting, and Supply Chain. Enhance communication with the research community from Academic Affairs and Business Affairs. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Work requires excellent interpersonal, organizational, supervisory/managerial, and analytical skills. Work requires ability to monitor and maintain budget. Work requires ability to work with confidential information on a daily basis. Work requires ability to effectively interpret and apply organizational policies, procedures, and systems. Work requires ability to manage multiple projects and exercise decision-making and problem-solving skills. Work requires ability to read, write, develop plans, procedures, and coordinate persons and other resources to accomplish goals. Work requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work may require ability to lead committees as appropriate. Work requires collaboration with all levels of internal and external personnel and organizations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands Handling Talking Working Conditions Office Setting PACT STATEMENT The following is the acronym, "PACT", and is fundamental to all non-clinical positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center: P-Problem Solving: Employees take ownership in solving problems effectively, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of customers, or managers. They show initiative in addressing areas of concern before they become problems. A-Ability, Attitude and Accountability: Employees exhibit ability to perform their job and conduct themselves in a professional and positive manner reflecting a professional environment readily assuming obligations in a dependable and reliable manner. C-Communication, Contribution, and Collaboration: Who are our Customers? Anyone who requests our help, needs our work product, or receives our services. Employees focus on customer service with creative solutions while improving the customer experience through clear, courteous, and timely delivery and communication. Sharing ideas with others helps expand our contribution to department goals. T-Teamwork: Employees work to contribute to the department's success by supporting co-workers, promoting excellence in work product and customer service, and in maintaining a satisfying, caring environment for each other. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!