Research Coordinator I/II - Pediatric Medical Genetics (Finance)

The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is truly one of a kind. Our team comprises a myriad of professionals - from geneticists to genetic counselors, researchers and dieticians - to ensure a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach to care for every patient.

While housed in the Department of Pediatrics, the Medical Genetics Division sees patients of all ages and uses this strategic placement for our experts to connect with patients as early as possible then continue care as long as necessary. UTHealth Houston has a close partnership with and proximity to both Memorial Hermann Hospital and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, giving the team access to state-of-the-art resources for excellence in management and surveillance of various genetic conditions, from common to ultra rare. Additionally, this team cares for the underserved populations at Harris County's Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital and Shriners Children's Texas, located in Galveston, Texas.

Position Summary:

Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and will provide support for the medical genetics' clinical trials. Will support the PI and their clinical trials

Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Assists with the day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.

Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.

Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.

Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.

Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.

Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.

Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.

Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.

May review contracts and develop training.

Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Working knowledge of MS Office.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.