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Research Manager

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Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Research Manager
Department NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425
Requisition Number S_230141
Posting Open Date 02/06/2023
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/17/2023
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Interpersonal Violence Research Laboratory housed within the University of Nebraska’s Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families, and Schools seeks a Research Manager with broad administrative and research operations management experience to support a complex research group to work under the direction of a faculty director. The job responsibilities of this role are all-encompassing and the person in this position will perform duties including but not limited to: administrative assistance (e.g., ordering supplies, scheduling meetings, and managing lab operations.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree in business management or related field plus 3 years’ relative experience; equivalent education/experience will be considered. Work history will demonstrate excellent interpersonal, administrative, time management, and organizational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prioritize and multi-task in order to meet stringent deadlines across a number of large-scale projects. Strong working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software technologies; ability to work with faculty director, postdoctoral scholars, graduate and undergraduate students, project coordinators, other lab staff, and community partners, in varied locations, in timely and professional manner. High levels of efficiency, accuracy, and independence in completing all tasks. Experience with Excel or spreadsheet software. Must be a Self-starter. Some work may require evenings and/or weekends but this should be minimal.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field or equivalent experience. Five (5) years of previous experience with budget preparation/oversight and personnel management, preferably in a university context and with grant-funded projects. Experience with Qualtrics or other online survey platforms. Experience with Concur or other purchasing and requisition software.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $22.115/hr. minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Katie Edwards
katie.edwards@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible
Appointment End Date

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