SLiCE Program Research Operations Manager

Department :

SOP-Eshelman Innovation-450300

Career Area :

Laboratory Management and Services

Posting Open Date : 09 / 16 / 2024

09 / 16 / 2024

Application Deadline :

09 / 30 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Position Type :

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title :

SLiCE Program Research Operations Manager

Appointment Type : EHRA Non-Faculty

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number : 20067189

20067189

Vacancy ID : NF0008494

NF0008494

Full Time / Part Time :

Full-Time Permanent

FTE : Hours per week :

Hours per week : Position Location :

Position Location : North Carolina, US

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date :

10 / 14 / 2024

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities .

Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill.

The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https : / / pharmacy.

unc.edu / about / oe / strategic-plan / ).Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges.

We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

Position Summary :

The SLiCE Program Research Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day research operations of the SLiCE Program at UNC and report to the SLiCE Program Director.

• This will occur in the following ways : 1) overseeing the operations of the SLiCE Core Facility through : (a) identification of and interface with new customers;
• and (b) experimental planning and execution in the laboratory; 2) enabling translational studies within the LCCC2212 clinical feasibility study and other future biospecimen collection studies through : (a) experimental planning and execution in the laboratory;

b) patient tumor preparation and testing; data analysis and record management; and (d) downstream data compilation; 3) maintaining and overseeing a robust organizational structure which will underpin all duties stated above.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Two years of general research experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in :

• Cell culture-Ex vivo models
• Patient tissue processing
• Lab and clinical data management
• Experimental planning and design
• Database storage
• Various imaging techniques
• Lab and personnel management
• An enthusiastic posture toward learning, organization, and collaboration

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.