Research Program Administration Officer III, Psychology (Part-Time)

The University of Arizona's Department of Psychology invites you to apply for the role of Research Program Administration Officer III. In this role, you will lead the strategic implementation of the SEMA Lab ecosystem, including identification and deployment of funding opportunities, supporting university and community outreach programs, and building collaborations within and outside the university system.

You will plan and lead the deployment of lab operations through Objective and Key Results (OKRs) and lab goals under the direction of the lab director and PI. You will also play an active role in research activities, including training staff and undergraduate researchers, running projects, and supporting data analysis and write-up. Additionally, you will contribute to the growth of the lab by developing philanthropic initiatives and advancing grant efforts.

At SEMA Lab, we aim to biophysically operationalize the measurement of mindful awareness and clarify, using gold-standard clinical criteria, how these skills serve to significantly increase physiological and psycho-social wellbeing. Our research seeks to deepen our understanding of how mindfulness works and to expand access to its benefits for patients and the broader population.

The Department of Psychology, part of the School of Mind, Brain, and Behavior (MBB) within the College of Science, is committed to advancing our strengths in scientific research and science-based training. Psychology is inherently interdisciplinary, and our faculty, staff, and students actively collaborate with other MBB programs and departments - including Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, and Speech, Language and Hearing Science - as well as a wide range of academic units across campus. Through innovative, multidisciplinary research, we advance the understanding of the mind and brain, promote successful development and aging, and develop innovative approaches to optimizing mental health. By engaging and mentoring students, we prepare the next generation of scientists, scholars, and leaders in society. We invite you to join a team of dedicated researchers, educators, and innovators working together to shape the future of psychological science.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Funding Development and Partnership Engagement

• Under the supervision of the PI, assists in developing funding opportunities and outreach programs for the community and at the university level.
• Identifies and develops grant opportunities from federal, state, and foundation sources.
• Supports the creation of crowdfunding initiatives (e.g., Kickstarter campaigns) and soliciting external donors in an effort to build a larger, more robust research team for the SEMA Lab.
• Develops and maintains relationships with internal UA partners related to grants, proposals, and pre-award activities.

Strategic Planning
and Performance Management

• Assists in creating and deploying lab Objective and Key Results (OKRs) alongside staff and under the direction of the PI and director.
• Translates the broader objectives of the work of the SEMA Lab into tangible milestones.
• Develops goals, establishes metrics to measure progress, engages staff in the process, and tracks and evaluates outcomes.

Team
Leadership and Lab Operations

• Provides guidance, mentoring, and supervision to staff, which may include the Clinical Research Coordinator I, graduate students, and/or undergraduate students.
• Assists the PI in supporting day-to-day lab operations, including developing onboarding documents, procedural documents, and IRB applications.

Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of research administration processes, including grant development, funding mechanisms, and pre-award activities.
• Knowledge of project management frameworks, including Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
• Skill in project management, including planning, organizing, and tracking multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Skill in written and verbal communication, including drafting reports, proposals, and research documentation.
• Skill in developing and implementing performance metrics and evaluating outcomes.
• Ability to analyze data and support research dissemination (e.g., manuscripts, reports).
• Ability to translate strategic research goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience with research administration processes, including grant development, funding mechanisms, and pre-award activities.
  
• Experience with project management frameworks, such as Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
  
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, organizing, and managing multiple initiatives simultaneously
  
• Experience drafting reports, proposals, and research documentation.
  
• Experience developing and implementing performance metrics and evaluating outcomes.
  
• Experience translating strategic research goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.