Program Manager I

Job Summary

The Program Manager I position will be responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Human Nociceptor and Spinal Cord Molecular Signature Center under the direction of Dr. Ted Price. Key duties for this position will be setting meetings for committees, tracking milestone progression, facilitating communication across participating institutions, organizing travel and lodging for yearly meeting, and being responsible for submitting yearly progress reports to NIH.

*This is an* *NIH* *grant funded position, and continued employment is contingent on the availability of funds and satisfactory performance.*

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree; Three to five years experience in a field relevant to the program; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Three to five years’ experience in Neuroscience, Cell/Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, etc.
• One to two years’ experience in managing projects or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

• Gathers and organizes information from the three participating institutions (UT Dallas [UTD], University of Washington [UW] and MD Anderson Cancer Center [MDACC]).
• Analyzes, coordinates, and assists in assembling timely reports to the NIH.
• Collaborates with the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) at UTD to track expenditures and create subcontracts.
• Acts as the primary liaison with the OSPs at MDACC and UW, with the NIH U19/U24 coordinating group; and with NIH staff overseeing the U19 Centers.
• Organizes and tracks all Center committee meetings.
• Ensures that Center goals from meetings are communicated and completed within the specified timeline. Schedules and participates in conferences and scientific and business meetings.
• Manages and presents Center data and information as needed.
• Responsible for design, execution, and effectiveness of system internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient assets are safeguarded, and financial information is reliable.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Reads literature and attends functions to keep abreast of relevant scientific and technical developments related to the Center.
• Manages travel and itinerary planning for Center visitors.
• Write (or co-author) funding proposals and progress reports to ensure long-term Center goals are met.
• May provide supervision to staff members
• Other duties: performs other duties as assigned

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent leadership skills and ability to problem-solve
• Manage expectations and facilitate communication among cross-functional teams
• Ability to effectively plan and schedule complex tasks
• Monitor projects progress to prioritize and delegate tasks
• Motivation to learn and master new techniques
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff
• Ability to record and report results with clarity
• Persistence, attention to details, and willingness to troubleshoot technical challenges

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

*Work will be performed on-site and in person.*

Travel: Occasional travel may occur to conferences or for training and research needs.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including *100% paid* employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

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1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University *is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation* for individuals with disabilities. *To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the* *ADA* *Coordinator.* For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator**.