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Job ID360151 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Support Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8352P4 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job This position will work as a research professional primarily supporting the Patient & Family Centered Research (PFCR) Initiative in the Center for Learning Health System Sciences (CLHSS) and secondly the Division of Computational Health Sciences (CHS) in the Department of Surgery. The primary responsibilities of this role will be to take over leading the PFCR initiative, developing strategy, goals, and a work plan for implementation to ensure that patients, families, and the community are represented and an active participant in CLHSS research operations. The ROS time will be split approximately 2/3 with CLHSS and 1/3 with CHS. The ROS will report to the Strategic Partnerships & Finance Director, CLHSS. This position receives minimal guidance and requires the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will have strong analytical, organization, project management, and communication (written and oral) skills to guide patient and family centered research initiatives and operations processes. This position also requires a high tolerance for ambiguity to research and develop solutions to undefined research program topics and will serve as a resource for CLHSS team members. Duties/Responsibilities: Patient and Family Centered Research (55%): Develop strategy, goals, and a work plan for implementation to ensure that patients, families, and the community are represented and an active participant in CLHSS research operations. Establish a Patient Partner Council for CLHSS leadership and individual programs as needed. Identify and pursue grant opportunities to support PFCR. Partner with Communications Associate to promote PFCR opportunities and ensure patient-centered language is integrated throughout written materials. Establish and maintain relationships with community groups as sources of patient partners. Serve as primary contact for all patient/caregiver partners. Establish and maintain relationships with individuals overseeing patient/family advisor efforts at partner institutions. Build and maintain a dynamic repository of national and global patient-centered research efforts and results for publication, dissemination, and ongoing learning. Computational Health Sciences Division Administration (35%): Lead the division operations by developing research administrative and operational workflow in compliance with UMN standards. Support the CHS Chief and faculty with administrative services including complex schedule coordination. Assist in recruitment process and logistics of hiring and onboarding of new faculty, staff and trainees Manage onsite office space and equipment Purchase general business materials, software and supplies for faculty and staff in compliance with UMN purchasing policy and best practices Coordinate grant post-award management including institutional and sponsor reporting requirements and financials with assigned Department of Surgery (DoS) finance support Work with the faculty and in collaboration with other communications professionals (DoS Communications, CLHSS Comm. Assoc.) to develop content and maintain CHS website Develop strategies to promote the visibility of research activities of CHS faculty to the university, the community and media Maintain an archive of published manuscripts, grant proposals and awards including faculty biosketches and related materials Engagement Coordination (10%): At the direction of the Administrative Manager, support the planning and implementation of seminars, workshops, and conferences hosted by CLHSS and CHS with attendance ranging from several dozen to several hundred. This includes continued educational opportunities for PFCR. Work Arrangements: This position follows UMN Work. With Flexibility guidelines. Currently, the position will be mostly working from home. There w ll be occasional needs to be on campus to support live, in person events and over time there may be a need to set a regular schedule for a few days on campus each week. Work hours should follow a regular schedule generally between 7am-5pm, M-F. Salary range: $70-75K/year Qualifications Required Qualifications: BA/BS and at least 5 years of experience or advanced degree and 3 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience equal to nine years At least 2 years of experience in a health-related research setting. Experience with patient and family centered research Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse communities Strong analytical skills with established organization and project management strategies to keep track of details in the context of the larger objectives and manage multiple responsibilities and projects. Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience scheduling, planning, and implementing complex events and meetings Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience proactively identifying potential issues or opportunities Experience supporting an executive-level leader Project coordination experience Experience supporting the development of manuscripts and/or presentations Experience working on federally funded projects Proficient user of Zoom webinar/meeting Previous University of Minnesota experience About the Department The Center for Learning Health System Sciences (CLHSS) is a collaboration between the University of Minnesota Medical School and the School of Public Health to create value in health delivery systems by establishing an iterative cycle of leveraging existing evidence and gathering new knowledge, applying our work into direct population health action, and developing the learning health system field through education. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You... For full info follow application link. 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