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Study Director

Employer
NC State University
Location
Raleigh, NC

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Number:

PG190757EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Study Director

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with Education and Experience ($80,000 - $95,000)

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday / 8:00am - 5:00pm (additional hours as needed)

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

IR-4 Project

About the Department:

The IR-4 Project is a national Federal/State partnership research program to assist farmers of fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs, ornamentals and other specialty crops by facilitating registration of safe and effective chemical and bio-based pest management products. The IR-4 Project is needed because the crop protection industry focuses their research efforts on major crops such as corn, soybean and cotton that provide the companies adequate return on their development investment.

Without IR-4, farmers of specialty crops would only have access to a few crop protection products to protect their crops. IR-4 Project Headquarters provides national leadership, coordination and regulatory compliance for the IR-4 Project research activities performed by approx. 125 scientists at over 20 public sector research farms and five analytical laboratories throughout the United States.

Essential Job Duties:

The Study Director position will report directly to the IR-4 Executive Director. This position will be an integral part of the IR-4 Unit. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Independent Project Development (30%): Provide technical direction of IR-4 Magnitude of the Residue Studies that are performed by cooperating university and government scientists at various locations throughout North America. All aspects of the study must follow the provisions of the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Federal Good Laboratory Practice (Chapter 40- Code of Federal Regulations, Part 160) regulations. Specific duties include development of approx. 10 national research protocols (study plans) annually for IR-4 Project sanctioned studies. Responsible for drafting and developing protocols after extensive consultation with owners of the products, study scientists and IR-4 Project biologists. Must be able to balance needs of stakeholder suggestions in the development of the final product. Protocols must be prepared and authorized well in advance of target dates for research.

Project Coordination (30%): Direct and manage approx. 30 on-going IR-4 sponsored residue studies in various phases of completion. An average IR-4 residue study involves seven field trials and one analytical phase performed at various research facilities. This means that the Study Director is responsible to direct the research of 240 research projects. As autonomous director of the projects, she/he must assist scientists to successfully plan, conduct and report on IR-4 sponsored research with chemical and bio-based pesticides on specialty crops. Must promptly evaluate and approve all proposed modifications from the authorized research protocol. Must keep track of status of active studies, including knowledge when critical phases of research are planned/performed, when residue samples are shipped to the analytical laboratory, when samples are analyzed by the laboratory and when research reports are received. Communicate with numerous individuals to maintain involvement in all facets of the research. Also responsible to critically review and scientifically assess the data/data reports associated with the studies in a timely manner to ensure that the research was performed appropriately and according to protocol. Review includes the test substance application rates, application timing of the test substance collection of adequate residue samples, and appropriate storage of samples before and during shipping to the laboratory, review of the analytical data including the analytical summary report. All findings of the Quality Assurance unit must be promptly addressed.

Data package development (30%): Independently develop approx. 10 “submission ready” data packages annually utilizing established national (USEPA-OPPTS GUIDELINES) and/or international standards (e.g. UN FAO-Joint Meeting on Pesticide Residues). Expectations are that the incumbent:

  • Prepare quality reports that are easily reviewed by all parties (Quality Assurance Unit, IR-4 Management, Cooperating Company, US EPA, others). When something is missing, identify the gap, solicit information and/or data for performing facilities in order to close data gaps, then compose summaries and existing data/info in correct format. This must be completed under IR-4 established timelines.
  • Maximize value of existing research through the use of extrapolation models and crop groups, reduced data requirement proposals, and/or broad use pattern. Communicate with personnel in all facets of the project in a professional manner to complete projects in accordance with timelines.
  • Assist other Study Directors in preparing reports and interpreting data.

Other responsibilities as assigned (10%): Attend IR-4, grower, and professional meetings, make presentations and join committees of appropriate groups. Assist other Study Directors and Senior Study Director & Scheduling Manager in completion of projects. Work in a cooperative manner with other individuals at Headquarters and elsewhere. General duties at IR-4 Headquarters include maintaining support for the office and research programs.

Other Responsibilities:

Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Experience and Education:

  • Master of Science or PhD degree in analytical chemistry, the plant protection sciences (Entomology, Plant Pathology, Weed Science), horticulture, or related area, and at least 3 years of experience in applied pest management research/regulatory sciences; or Bachelor of Science degree and at least 10 years’ experience in chemistry or the applied pest management research/regulatory sciences.

Other Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to maintain attention to details, prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Documented training and experience with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Good Laboratory Practice Regulations and independent project directorship.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

  • Valid NC driver’s license or the ability to obtain with 60 days of start.

Valid NC Driver's License required:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

01/15/2021

Anticipated Close Date:

Open Until Filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, CV, Contact Information for References

Position Number:

00108249

Position Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?:

No

Department ID:

110313 - IR-4 Project

AA/EOE:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Organization

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NC State studentsOur 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).

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NC State is one of only two universities in the nation leading two National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centers — one developing wearable, self-powered health monitors, and the other researching smart-grid technology. We’re also leading interdisciplinary efforts to curb nuclear proliferation, help farmers confront climate change and build a new American manufacturing sector.

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NC State’s 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. NC State students won two Goldwater scholarships, five Fulbright scholarships, one Churchill scholarship and a record-breaking 25 National Science Foundation graduate research fellowships in the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, 25 faculty are members of the National Academies.

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More than 130 years after its creation, NC State continues to make its founding purpose a reality. Every day, our career-ready graduates and world-leading faculty make the fruits of learning and discovery available to people across the state, throughout the nation and around the world.

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