Research Development Professional III, AEGIS Consortium (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

The Research Development Professional III will be responsible for all administrative and scientific management of the various Research Strategic Initiatives at the College of Medicine-Phoenix under the direction of Dr. Janko Nikolich. Specific tasks will include (and not be limited to) organization of intramural and extramural meetings, helping identify joint interests between the college, U of A, and extramural investigators, government, non-profit, and for-profit industry entities, and helping them draft, submit, and administer grants, supervision of research staff, and development of research infrastructure.

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• Lead the administrative and strategic coordination of high-priority research initiatives in collaboration with initiative leadership.
• Serve as a central point of integration across faculty,
  staff, and external partners to advance
  shared research goals.
• Translate initiative priorities into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prepare briefings, summaries, and reports for internal and external audiences.
• Identify
  and cultivate collaborative research opportunities across the university and
  with external academic, government, nonprofit, and industry partners.
• Lead and support the preparation, submission, and management of extramural funding applications.
• Draft and edit grant materials, progress reports, and supporting documentation.
• Provide guidance on proposal strategy, sponsor expectations, and submission processes.
• May supervise and coordinate the work activities of research
  support staff supporting assigned initiatives, providing guidance on task
  priorities and project deliverables to ensure alignment with program
  objectives.
• Contribute to the recruitment of research and tenure-track
  faculty by assisting with position development, search coordination, and
  candidate evaluation.
• Advise research teams on clinical research workflows,
  protocols, and implementation considerations.
• Foster an environment that supports collaboration,
  efficiency, and research excellence.
• Support short- and long-term planning efforts to strengthen
  research programs and infrastructure.
• Contribute
  to the development of systems, processes, and resources that enhance research productivity
  and sustainability.
• Partner
  with initiative leadership to assess gaps and opportunities in research
  capacity.
• Contribute to aligning institutional strengths with emerging
  scientific and funding priorities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through clear, professional written and verbal communication with different groups and individuals, both internal and external to University of Arizona.
• Ability to handle multiple competing deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• 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.

• Bachelor of Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or a related field.
• M.Sc. or PhD in a related field.
• At least two years of graduate education.
• At least three years of experience in project management.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).