TNT Research Manager

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The UCI School of Medicine (SOM) is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and clinical practice through scholarly research, physician education and high-quality care. The office of Medical Education oversees the education and training of medical students at the UCI School of Medicine, ranked as one of the top 50 U.S. medical schools for research by U.S. News & World Report. We are dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and clinical practice by offering a rich educational environment. We nurture the development of medical students, resident physicians and scholars in the clinical and basic sciences and support the dissemination of research advances for the benefit of society. Each year, we educate more than 400 medical students and train more than 700 residents and fellows at UC Irvine Medical Center and affiliated institutions. The medical school's 915 full- and part-time and 753 volunteer faculty members are involved in teaching, providing medical care, and conducting research into the health challenges facing the 21st century. The school has 26 departments, ranging from basic science research to clinical medical and surgical specialties. It has research, clinical and teaching relationships with the VA Long Beach Healthcare System and Long Beach Memorial Medical Center.

The UCI SOM Train New Trainers (TNT) Primary Care Fellowships is dedicated to transforming the landscape of primary care by integrating specialized training in behavioral health for adults and youth, as well as addiction medicine. Recognizing the critical need for primary care professionals who are proficient in these areas, the fellowship aims to bridge the gap between physical and mental health services, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care. Currently TNT Fellowships have three annual educational fellowships including: TNT Primary Care Psychiatry (PCP), Primary Care - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (PC-CAP), and Primary Care - Training and Education in Addiction Medicine (PC-TEAM).

This position will administer academic and research programmatic activities for the TNT Fellowships education program within the Office of Medical Education. This includes finance, human resources of research personnel, along with other operational activities. The Research manager will be responsible for major program components, and some or all the program operational requirements. This position will recruit, retain and mentor research team members. Position will help drive the development of publications and educational grant applications. The Research Administrative Manager will lead weekly research meetings and attend the TNT leadership meetings. Position may develop and organize focus groups, alumni meetings/conferences and other public forums. Also responsible for the development and content for the TNT Annual report. This position will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Associate Dean and as well as Administrative Manager for TNT to establish agenda, funding, and objectives.

Required:

• Academic background and experience in selected area of research preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
• Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• A minimum of 5 years of experience

Preferred:

• Thorough knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
• Solid fundraising experience.
• Doctorate in related area and/or equivalent experience training preferred

Special Conditions:

• Required to drive on occasion in order to perform the routine or essential job responsibilities for the position. Must possess a valid California driver license.
• Flexibility to work some nights or weekends for meetings/events.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.