Job Description

Research Program Administration Officer III
Posting Number req20021
Department Asthma/Airway Disease Rsch Ctr
Department Website Link
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position HighlightsThe Asthma/Airway Disease Research Center invites applications for the position of Research Program Administration Officer III. The successful candidate will manage the operational aspects of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB), reporting directly to the DSMB Chair and Co-Chairs. They will represent the University in working with the CF foundation and other CF agencies and will develop Data Safety Monitoring Boards for the Therapeutics Development Networks for CF clinical research trials. The position will collaborate with the CF/TDN leadership on strategic planning, making recommendations regarding staffing, operations, financial reporting, and process improvements. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, processes that impact the CF Foundation and all Data Safety Monitoring Boards. The Research Program Administration Officer III will also supervise DSMB Staff and facilitate the hiring process for new employees, and provide guidance to employees, colleagues, and sponsors. The position will also be responsible for creating and managing the DSMB yearly budget, oversee renewal and reporting activities for the grant between the CFF and the University of Arizona.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities

• Represent the University in working with the CF foundation and other CF agencies and develop Data Safety Monitoring Boards for the Therapeutics Development Networks for CF clinical research trials. Collaborate with the CF/TDN leadership on strategic planning, making recommendations regarding staffing, operations, financial reporting, and process improvements in overseeing the 35 to 50 clinical trials each year.
• Develop and implement policies. Develop and implement a Quality Management Plan, analyzing results and provide solutions for process improvement recommendations.
• Create training documents, operational manuals, and procedure documents for all CFF DSMB members. Supervise DSMB staff, overseeing workload, performance, and training. Provide guidance to employees, colleagues, and sponsors within the United States as well as internationally regarding all aspects of CFF DSMB and TDN.
• Develops, monitors and oversees all financial activities including purchasing, invoicing, reporting, and budgeting.
• Develop, coordinate and monitor the development of additional DSMB projects to include timelines, budgets and resources needed/required. Direct and manage the renewal and reporting activities for the CFF DSMB grant.
• Serve as main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to coordinate activities, information collaboration and provide detailed reports to CF/TDN leadership and Data Monitoring Committees. Speak at the biennial DSMB meeting/conference on relevant operational, financial and project specific developments. Attend DSMB CME training, TDN training meetings and the North American CF conference.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Cystic Fibrosis Data Safety Monitoring Board.
• Knowledge of Clinical Trials in Cystic Fibrosis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $65,687 - $85,393
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 9
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our and our .
Grade Range Minimum $65687
Grade Range Midpoint $85393
Grade Range Maximum $105099
Career Stream and Level PC3
Job Family Research Program Admin
Job Function Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Meg Rother-Gossmann | mgossmann@arizona.edu
Open Date 7/19/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.
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