Posting Number:

PG192071EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Research Manager

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$60,000 - $70,000

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 40 hrs per week with some evenings and weekends.

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

Biological Sciences

About the Department:

The GenX Exposure Study is a community based prospective cohort study being conducted throughout the Cape Fear River Basin in North Carolina. The study has recruited participants from three regions (Wilmington, Fayetteville, and Pittsboro). The study works with community partners in all these communities and reports results back to participants in a timely fashion. The research team includes epidemiologists, exposure scientists, biostatisticians, community engagement specialists, and undergraduate researchers.

The Department of Biological Sciences has a nationally ranked Toxicology graduate program which allows it to offer many educational experiences to its degree students in both the graduate and undergraduate curriculum. The programs are complemented by top researchers and instructors in the fields of Biological Sciences, Toxicology, and Environmental Health Sciences, providing students with the education to make a difference in a future career. The Toxicology graduate program provides training in molecular and cellular toxicology, environmental toxicology, environmental health sciences, and bioinformatics through research experiences.

The function of the Department of Biological Sciences is to achieve outstanding research, teaching, mentoring, consulting and collaborations on campus and world-wide, within a cohesive and diverse department, where all students, faculty, and staff receive fair and equitable treatment.
The Center for Human Health and the Environment is a university-wide center funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Science designed to enhance and support environmental health science research on the NC State Campus. Biological Sciences faculty and Toxicology faculty members participate in the Center for Human Health and the Environment to address all aspects of environmental health science from the molecular and cellular to the population level.

The Department of Biological Sciences, within the College of Sciences at NC State University, is dedicated to research and teaching in a broad range of aspects of the biological sciences. The Department has strong undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral programs and substantial extramural support to develop and maintain integrative research programs. Additionally, the Department partners with other life sciences units across the University to enhance its mission to conduct interdisciplinary research and training programs.

The College of Sciences aims at creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment. This position will be expected to foster an environment that is supportive, welcoming of all groups, and abides by our culture charter’s cultural and behavioral aspirations. Please visit https://sciences.ncsu.edu/about/strategic-planning/culture-charter/ for more information on the College of Sciences Culture Charter.

Essential Job Duties:

The Biological Sciences department is recruiting for an Epidemiologic Research Manager for a high profile community based study of environmental exposure to water contaminants.

The purpose of the Research Manager position is to oversee a range of complex epidemiological research projects. The person in this position will perform a variety of complex and independent activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation, and interpretation of social, economic, and health-related information.

Primary duties of the Research Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

• Directing the development of standards and methods for the collection of data and recommend modification of collection procedures as necessary to ensure accuracy, validity, and integrity of data.
• Leading the development of forms and questionnaires and coordinating the application of research techniques.
• Overseeing the creation and maintenance of surveys and databases in Qualtrics and Redcap.
• Working with data managers to ensure timely access and long term security of study data.
• Organizing and executing community sample collection.
• Coordinating with community partners with regard to sharing of study results, including but not limited to community science advisory panel meetings, public meetings, webinars.
• Assisting in the preparation of report back materials to study participants.
• Recruiting, selecting, training, and supervising the work of undergraduate research assistants engaged in the collection, management, and analysis of data.
• Coordinating biological specimen storage.
• Identifying and understanding potential obstacles, making alternative plans, and/or modifying existing procedures
• Serving as a resource on technical and program-related issues for staff and others
• Providing information to assist with planning and monitoring of expenditures to meet organizational objectives and compliance
• Providing information to assist with the preparation of budget documents and reports
• Providing information to assist with monitoring expenditures and identifying potential budget issues
• Contributing to recommendations for needed expenditures and revisions to the project budgets
• Assisting in preparing grant proposals including the preparation of budgets
• Ability and willingness to work with all types of people.
• Occasional travel to study sites. Some weekend and evening travel required.

Inclusiveness and diversity are critical to the success of the College of Sciences and the University. The selected candidate will be expected to foster an environment that is supportive and welcoming of all groups.

Other Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• MS or MPH in epidemiology or other relevant subjects (degree must be completed).
• 3-5 years previous research experience.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Must have excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
• Background and training in epidemiology and data collection.
• Experience in managing multi-site studies (SOP creation, study document and form creation, volunteer training, study execution, contract negotiation, supply ordering and management)
• Knowledge of day-to-day management needs of a study
• Experience with participant communication
• Experience working with minority and underserved communities in a research or public health setting
• Experience in creating and maintaining community relationships
• Experience in managing teams of 2-4 student researchers with strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience in data quality control
• Experience with Institutional Review Boards (submitting amendments, maintaining human subjects research compliance, maintaining up to date study team training records)
• Intermediate to advanced competency in Qualtrics survey creation and data management
• Experience in managing multi-site studies (SOP creation, study document and form creation, volunteer training, study execution, contract negotiation, supply ordering and management)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Public Health and human subjects training. 3-5 years of epidemiologic data collection experience
• Training in environmental health science.
• Community engagement experience
• Experience with RedCap or other data management sites
• Experience with Google drive and documentation

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

09/29/2022

Anticipated Close Date:

10/14/2022

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Number:

00107514

Position Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

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

1.0

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:

172201 - Biological Sciences

AA/EEO:

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.

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