Program Manager

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We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team, where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The Human Research Program Manager is responsible for the review, management, coordination, and promotion of human subject research within the Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) at UT Southwestern. This position operates with minimal supervision and exercises independent judgment and authority in directing program operations.

Experience and Education

Required:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in science, healthcare administration, or a related field

• Experience: 4 years of related experience in research administration or healthcare

• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database software)

Preferred:

• Education: Master's degree

• Experience: Prior experience in human subject research

Job Duties

• Direct, analyze, coordinate, and evaluate operations and procedures of the HRPP

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external departments and agencies involved in human subject research oversight

• Establish program goals and objectives; oversee program evaluation and quality control activities

• Supervise program staff and manage schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals

• Recommend and develop new policies and procedures to improve program effectiveness

• Plan and coordinate special events, participate in conferences, and present program data

• Ensure the design and execution of internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure operational efficiency

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

• Promote research collaboration across investigators, departments, and institutions

• Organize meetings, seminars, and conferences; manage internal and external communications

• Develop and deliver educational programs for investigators, research personnel, and staff

• Stay current with regulatory, scientific, and technical developments related to human subject research

• Serve on institutional committees as appropriate

• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• PPO medical plan available Day One at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay

• Paid Time Off available Day One

• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Wellness programs

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits: https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

Security and EEO Statement

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. If the position involves access to critical infrastructure (as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code), maintaining the security or integrity of that infrastructure is a minimum qualification.

EEO Statement: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination based on:

• Race

• Color

• Religion

• National origin

• Sex

• Sexual orientation

• Gender identity or expression

• Age

• Disability

• Genetic information

• Citizenship status

• Veteran status