Program Director – Research & Clinical Research Liaison (Navigator/RPL) (Finance)

Department: Pharmacological & Pharmaceutic Salary: $56,800 - $64,600
Description:

Directs an ongoing university program to ensure that prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with its mission and/or specified objectives. Prepares short- and long-term goals and objectives.

1. Plans, develops and administers methods, strategies and procedures for meeting program objectives; directs and oversees the daily activities of staff members.
2. Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures that expenditures are within budget allocation.
3. Directs and coordinates personally, or through subordinate personnel, activities concerned with carrying out the objectives of the program.
4. Directs the preparation of and reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objectives; modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attains objectives.
5. Analyzes trends within program areas, maintaining expert awareness of program information and change needs.
6. Formulates, implements, and maintains appropriate policies and procedures concerning program administration.
7. Manages and administers grant for program, including meetings, communication coordination, scholarships and other operations.
8. May prepare or participate in the preparation of proposals to obtain grants from state and federal agencies, and private foundation sponsors.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Work Arrangement: In-person, on-site
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $56,800 -$64,600
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Program Director - Research & Clinical Research Liaison (Navigator/RPL) Summary
The Resources and Services Core of CTPH, based in the UH College of Pharmacy, is currently seeking a Combined Research (Navigator) / Clinical Research (Research Program Liaison, RPL) Associate. The Navigator and RPL will work with investigators from the Consortium for Translational and Precision Health (CTPH), a partnership between Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) and the University of Houston (UH), to support clinical and translational science studies.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a high-functioning, cutting-edge team that studies, understands, and improves translational science. The Navigator/RPL at UH will partner with the Navigator and RPL at BCM to ensure alignment and efficiency.
This role requires clinical trial and regulatory experience, including working with IRBs, master/standard agreements, and various grant mechanisms and funding agencies. Autonomy, creativity, and critical thinking skills are strongly encouraged and welcomed.
This is a grant-funded position supporting CTPH. Continuation of the role is dependent on grant funding availability.
Location: Texas Medical Center & University of Houston, College of Pharmacy

Additional Job Duties
1. Serve as a liaison between investigators and CTPH resources, providing tailored support for research project implementation.
2. Advise and assist research teams with clinical trial design, regulatory processes, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
3. Support investigators in navigating IRB submissions, funding mechanisms, and master/standard agreements.
4. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance research efficiency and collaboration across institutions.
5. Maintain databases, track performance metrics, and analyze research trends to support program growth.
6. Assist with research dissemination strategies, including patient-friendly study brochures and recruitment materials.
7. Facilitate communication between CTPH leadership, investigators, study coordinators, and community stakeholders.
8. Contribute to the development of content and programming for CTPH initiatives.

Priority will be given to applicants who meet the following:
• Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or a related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience, typically as a Clinical Research Assistant, Research Technician, or Postdoctoral Fellow/Associate.
• Experience with local and/or single IRB policies and submissions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience with REDCap system.
• Proficiency with SharePoint and collaborative/co-authoring tools.
• Knowledge and compliance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

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The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.