Manager, Programs

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Program Manager to work at the UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, Fl.

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Manager, Programs oversees and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the assigned University programs in accordance with the institution’s academic and strategic missions. The incumbent operates with the goal of delivering high quality programs to the University faculty and staff and other key stakeholders. Furthermore, the Manager, Programs provides guidance and mentorship to program staff to encourage talent development.

Core Job Functions

• Plans, implements, evaluates, and monitors multiple programs.

• Implements project plans related to the delivery of new and on-going programs.

• Works with internal stakeholders so that the program runs efficient and effectively.

• Evaluates and measures the effectiveness of assigned programs.

• Ensures that operations are managed within authorized budgets.

• Collects, manages, and reports program data.

• Develops and cultivates relationships and partnerships with various external entities and organizations to further department functions.

• Recruits, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines department staff to ensure optimum performance.

• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with university policies and procedures. 

• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on university policy and procedures.

CORE REREQUIREMENTS:

• Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

• Experience: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience

• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train other

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Department Specifics Summary

The Research Program Manager is required to have experience in team science and community-based research to manage an NCI U01 grant which aims to integrate and assess an evidence-based survivorship care program in federally qualified health centers. The manager will work in conjunction with the community program research coordinator and navigators at each community health center to fulfill study related tasks including clinician and participant recruitment, coordination of clinician training activities, and assessments and follow-ups. The research manager will also serve a liaison across Sylvester and community health center sites and activities. They will be responsible for providing research support to the investigators, providing regulatory documentation, facilitating IRB reliance and submissions, and coordinate biweekly research meetings. This position will serve as a point of contact to the investigators and function as the lead liaison between UM and the lead community health organization, along with participating federally qualified health centers and teams. This position will facilitate efficiencies in operations and grant activities including contracting, monitoring the project’s ongoing progress, and effective coordination across groups.

Department Specific Functions

• Work in conjunction with the external community program research coordinator and navigators at each community health center subsite to fulfill study related tasks including clinician and participant recruitment, coordination of clinician training activities, and assessments and follow-ups.

• Creates SOPs for data collection, study tracking, and integration of health IT systems with guidance from the Principal Investigator.
• Establishes study-related best practices and scientific guidelines.
• Leads protocol implementation, ensuring adherence to study timelines and milestones while keeping investigators informed of progress through regular updates and scheduled reporting.
• Identifies and addresses ethical conflicts, consulting the Institutional Review Board and ethical committees as needed.
• Maintains required certifications and training in research ethics, safety, and best practices.
• Coordinates research team meetings, manages site visits, and ensures effective communication.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with community partners to support research initiatives, collaboration, and knowledge dissemination.
• Facilitates seamless interoperability between EHRs, data management software, and other research databases to optimize workflow and data management.
• Designs, manages, and optimizes data management databases (e.g., REDCap) for secure data entry, validation, and reporting.
• Applies frameworks such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid models to track milestones, manage risks, and allocate resources efficiently.
• Engages with clinical teams, IT staff, and external partners to ensure smooth system implementation and study execution.
• Works closely with software developers, IT teams, and external vendors to troubleshoot integration issues and optimize system performance.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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