Program Manager - Institute for Implementation Science
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
We are looking for a Full-Time Program Manager to join the Institute for Implementation Science as part of the UTHealth School of Public Health in Houston, TX. In this position, you will be able to help with the research program's overall project management and development. You'll work with the project personnel and develop, plan, and manage all activities of the assigned projects: develop project documents, set timelines, monitor progress, address challenges, delegate tasks, guide lead coordinators, manage the research team, explore funding opportunities, assist with grant applications, prepare for audits and write reports. You will also supervise the research coordinators and research assistants of the assigned projects.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary:
The Program Manager position in the Institute for Implementation Science will manage 2-3 research projects. Research projects within the Institute aim to accelerate the use of evidence-based interventions by successfully implementing them into routine practice and studying the implementation strategies. The Program Manager in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators will develop, plan and manage all activities of the assigned projects. They will function in a leadership capacity in the program. The Program Manager will oversee research staff, including direct supervision of research coordinators and research assistants.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Oversees all aspects of the program activities. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors project progress. Develops, implements, and manages policies and procedures
- May manage/maintain annual budget, negotiate service contracts, report on progress and/or authorize expenditures.
- Informs upper management of key activities and makes periodic progress reports.
- Works closely with internal departments regarding strategy and collaborative opportunities.
- May assist in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies.
- Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.
- Working in conjunction with Public Affairs, may create and edit various communications materials for the department/program, which may include printed materials, web site content and/or department newsletters.
- Communicates with community and professionals to share objectives and outcomes. Prepares/makes oral presentations at professional meetings.
- May manage Human Resources activities for direct report in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and terminating, training and development, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
- Master's Degree preferred.
Minimum Experience:
- Five (5) years of applicable experience.
- Previous behavioral, clinical, and quantitative research experience is preferred.
- Grant management experience (pre and post-award) preferred.
- IRB experience - Check exempt status and submit study applications, protocol, and consent submissions.
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.
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.
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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)
Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth Houston includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.
UTHealth Benefits
UTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.
UTHealth Houston has adopted a policy consistent with CMS regulations to protect our patients and university community from exposure to COVID-19. This policy affects all employees, residents, fellows, students, contractors, new hires, visiting scholars program participants, adjunct faculty, and volunteers who work, train, or collaborate at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Science Center.
In addition, all UTHealth Houston employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’s Houston rules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements.
Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.
