What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Hybrid) Practice-Based Research Assistant Director - WV Clinical and Translational Science Institute position at West Virginia University Research Corporation?
Description
The WV Clinical and Translational Science Institute at West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Practice-Based Research Assistant Director
About the Opportunity
The purpose of this position is to manage specialized community research services and policy and procedure development services for clinic and community partners related to the development and conduct of community and practice-based research. This position will guide the West Virginia Practice-Based Research Network (WVPBRN) alongside the CEO (Community Engagement and Outreach) Core Director(s) and Network Co-Director(s); the candidate will lead idea generation, development, implementation, dissemination, and coordination of network research activities. Provides direct project oversight to WVPBRN project leaders to ensure objectives are met in alignment with the protocol design and principal investigator's expectations. This involves leading and guiding strategic planning, building organizational structures, managing day-to-day Network operations and fiscal support, and collaborating with institutional, state, and community partners to advance the Network's mission and goals. Additionally, this position will lead engagement activities for the WVPBRN, including site visits and annual retreat coordination. This role requires a proactive and creative individual who can collaborate with internal teams, community leaders, and other stakeholders to drive positive engagement and impact.
At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs :
- 13 paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
- Paid Time off ( PTO )
- 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
- A range of health insurance and other benefits
- Dependent Education Scholarship
- WVU Perks
What You'll Do
Qualifications
public health, community outreach, and / or community / practice-based participatory research.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
High degree of creativity and self-motivation.
Substantial ability to work both independently and cooperatively with others.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
Skilled at developing and managing relationships with diverse communities and individuals
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Skilled in monitoring and assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements to take corrective action.
Skilled at building and maintaining positive relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators involved in sponsored research.
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Skills in, or knowledge of, professional principles, legal and / or reporting requirements affecting extramurally sponsored projects.
Skilled at operating effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment & meet deadlines.
Skilled to prepare comprehensive reports and present ideas clearly and concisely.
Proficient in the latest Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Adobe conversions and other related applications.
High-level oral and written communications skills necessary to explain complex guidelines to appropriate management staff, to justify recommendations, and to interact with regulatory agencies and auditors.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as program solicitations, form instructions, manuals, etc.
Skilled in speaking effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Ability to understand and create spreadsheets.
Proficient in basic understanding of research design(s) and descriptive and inferential statistics, in order to interpret & communicate findings of CTSI-related research.
A bility to interpret peer-reviewed scholarly work based on significance and approach (theoretical & analytical).
Skilled at conducting literature reviews of existing scholarly work in areas related to the CEO mission and aims.
Skilled at understanding and integrating the challenges and opportunities for conducting community and clinic-based research within / with community health centers.
Requirements
About Research Corporation
The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.
The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.
West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Jan 10, 2025
Posting Classification : Research Corporation
Exemption Status : Exempt
Benefits Eligible : Yes
Schedule
Full-time
