Senior Scientific Program Manager, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health
Senior Scientific Program Manager, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health
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All fulltime university staff are eligible for VCUs robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits paid annual and holiday leave granted up front generous tuition benefit retirement planning and savings options taxdeferred annuity and cash match programs employee discounts wellbeing resources abundant opportunities for career development and advancement and more. Learn more about VCUs benefits here.
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCUs sponsored research the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All fulltime university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health vision and dental coverage lifeinsurance short and longterm disability coverage retirement planning taxdeferred annuity and cash match programs flexible spending accounts tuition benefits significant paidtime off 12 paid holidays and more. Explore our benefits further here: Senior ScientificPrograms Director provides strategic and operational leadership for thedevelopment implementation and evaluation of scientific programs andinitiatives within the StravitzSanyal Institute for Liver Disease andMetabolic Health. This role is critical in fostering a vibrant researchenvironment promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and enhancing theimpact of VCUs scientific endeavors. The Director will work closely withfaculty staff and external partners to advance the institutions researchmission and strategic goals.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Program Development:
Responsible for longrange strategic planning.
Strategize with university leadership to identify organizational needs and implement appropriate research and projects.
Propose initiatives for critical projects and work with managers to ensure deadlines quality and cost objectives are met.
Oversee multiple projects and programs concurrently.
Develop and implement strategic plans for scientific programs aligning with the institutions research priorities.
Identify and cultivate opportunities for new program development and expansion.
Conduct needs assessments and feasibility studies to inform program design and implementation.
ProgramManagement and Evaluation:
Oversee the daytoday operations of scientific programs ensuring efficient and effective program delivery.
Develop and implement program evaluation metrics and processes to assess program impact and effectiveness.
Prepare and present reports on program activities outcomes and recommendations.
Collaboration and Partnership Development:
Foster collaborative relationships with faculty staff and students across disciplines.
Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations including government agencies industry partners and community stakeholders.
Facilitate interdisciplinary research collaborations and initiatives.
Grant andFunding Support:
Identify and pursue funding opportunities from federal state and private sources.
Provide guidance and support to faculty in the preparation and submission of grant proposals.
Manage grant budgets and ensure compliance with funding agency requirements.
Communicationand Outreach:
Develop and implement communication strategies to promote scientific programs and initiatives.
Organize and facilitate scientific conferences workshops and seminars.
Represent VCU at national and international scientific meetings and events.
Complianceand Regulatory Oversight:
Ensure compliance with all relevant federal state and institutional regulations and policies.
Assume higher responsibility and authority in compliance and legal matters.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to program activities.
Supervise staff as needed.
Researchand Development (R&D):
Monitor R&D trends experiment with and learn new technologies and participate in internal and external engineering communities.
Monitor new/alternative technological trends and developments and utilize resources and tools to implement changes that will strengthen the university.
TechnicalInsights:
Provide technical insights and ensure an effective link between the customer/business and product development.
InnovationManagement:
Ensure all innovation activities are in accordance with organizational standards.
Advancing strategic goals through innovative programs services or practices.
Budgetand Compliance:
Oversee functionwide budget and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and audits.
Trainingand Development:
Identify training and development needs for direct reports and implement appropriate programs to broaden the knowledge base for team members.
Minimum Hiring Standards:
Masters degree in a scientific discipline or related field required; PhD preferred.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of oversight.
Five or more years of supervisory and/or leadership experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in scientific program development and management preferably in an academic or research setting.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning program evaluation and grant writing.
Strong knowledge of research funding mechanisms and regulations.
Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of individuals.
Demonstrated experience with budgeting and fiscal management.
Proven ability to lead projects and manage teams.
Possessing a comprehensive knowledge of the service or functional area.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect professionalism and civility with a population of faculty staff and students from various backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
PreferredQualifications:
Experience in relevant research area e.g. biomedical research public health engineering.
Experience working in a large complex organization.
Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
Direct experience with organizing multicenter NIH or sponsored studies (e.g. U01).
Experience with Training Program management (e.g. T32).
Postdoctoral experience in a biologicalfield
What WeOffer:
Mentorship from a leading expert inhepatology.
Handson experience in groundbreakingresearch projects.
Opportunities to contribute tohighimpact publications and attend scientific conferences.
A collaborative and supportiveresearch environment at a toptier institution.
Additional Information:
ORP Eligible: YES
Hours / weeks 40 hours weekly
Title Details: Senior Scientific Program Manager
University Title: Director RS 13
University Code:(32411Y32413Y)
University Job Family: Research & Innovation
The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.
The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex political affiliation veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or disability.
Demetria Patterson
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
