RESEARCH AND EVALUATION PROGRAM MANAGER

Job no: 236775-AS
Work type: Staff-Full Time
Department: SMPH/ICTR/ICTR-ADM
Location: Madison
Categories: Grant, Research, Contract Management, Health Care, Medical, Social Services, Information Systems/Technology, Office & Administrative Support, Research, Scientific, Computer Science, Web Design/Development, Project Management



Position Summary:

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) established the National Research Mentoring Network (NRMN) in 2014, a nationwide consortium dedicated to enhancing the training and career development of individuals from diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures who are pursuing biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social science careers. During phase 1 (2014-2019), the University of Wisconsin-Madison was home to the NRMN Mentor Training Core. In phase 2, which began in July 2019, UW-Madison and its Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) is home to the NRMN Coordination Center (CC). Since 2009, ICTR has led local and national initiatives to improve mentoring relationships.

The NRMN CC coordinates the research activities of 11 NRMN Science of Mentoring U01 interventions across the country and provides feedback on the data collected from the interventions to maximize the research benefit of activities.

We are seeking a Research and Evaluation Program Manager for the NRMN CC. The role of the Research and Evaluation Program Manager is to assist the research and evaluation team with disseminating project outcomes and products with a variety of audiences. In particular, the Research and Evaluation Program Manager will use data visualization software to create visuals to communicate and showcase project progress, outcomes, research findings, and overview materials. The Research and Evaluation Program Manager will have knowledge of research and evaluation methods to ensure the accurate and appropriate representation of findings. The Research and Evaluation Program Manager will also be responsible for developing, maintaining, tracking, and serving as the point of contact for users on collaborative research products such as the CIMER Assessment Platform, measurement libraries, and data hubs.

This position will report directly to the Research Director. In particular, this individual will be adept at implementing creative solutions, working independently, and developing efficient systems. This individual must demonstrate attention to detail, strong organization skills, and an openness to changing priorities as well as the ability to work on a variety of project components simultaneously. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

Position Duties:

List of Duties

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Degree and Area of Specialization:

Bachelor's Degree Required. Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences Preferred.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

Required
- Minimum 2 years of project evaluation or research experience
- Experience with data visualization software
- Ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects, while still meeting deadlines
- Keen sense of accuracy and attention to detail
- Outstanding analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to learn quickly and solve problems creatively
- Ability to anticipate needs and carry out work without direct supervision
- Effective decision-making capabilities
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain positive professional relationships across diverse populations
- Outstanding written communication skills

Preferred
- Prior experience working with data collection
- Prior experience working with diverse populations
- Prior experience with website creation and management
- Prior experience with electronic survey platforms
- Familiarity with basic research methods
- Experience working with IRBs

Prefix assignment determined by years of relevant work experience.

Additional Information:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.

Department(s):

A532900-MEDICAL SCHOOL/ICTR/ICTR-ADM

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $45,643 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

Please click on the "" button to start the application process. Please upload a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please address your experience with the knowledge and skills of the position. You will also be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references during the application process.

Contact:

Kim Mcfarlane
kmmcfarlane@wisc.edu
608-263-1130
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

ADMIN PROGRAM SPEC(R07DN) or ASSOC ADMIN PRGM SPEC(R07FN)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

236775-AS

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Applications Open: Jul 7 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Jul 21 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time