Research Coordinator II - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Finance)

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry, is one of the specialties of medicine which comprehensively addresses and meets the needs of persons with limitations in function and participation due to injury or disease. It was formally established as a specialty in the United States in 1938. The UTHealth PM&R Department was founded in 1993.

The UTHealth Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at McGovern Medical School is dedicated to advancing the field of rehabilitation through innovative research and clinical trials. Their research activities encompass a wide range of areas, including neuromodulation, spasticity management, and multicenter clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes. The department is committed to translating scientific discoveries into practical applications that enhance the quality of life for individuals with functional limitations.

The candidate will collaborate with investigators in the Dept. of PM&R on pioneering rehabilitation clinical trials, including those involving toxins for spasticity, neuromodulation, and multicenter studies. They will participate in lab meetings, assist with recruitment and consent, manage data entry, apply devices, evaluate outcomes, and disseminate knowledge.

Position Summary:

Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Provides day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.

2. Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.

3. Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.

4. Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.

5. Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.

6. Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.

7. Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.

8. Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.

9. May review contracts and develop training.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Working knowledge of MS Office.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

Two (2) years of relevant experience. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.