Center Manager, Public Health Data and Training Center - Institute for Public Health

Position Summary
This position works in partnership with center directors and the Institute for Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) as part of the Data Center team to support all aspects of the data center. This position will support the Center by managing communications and project timelines for grant funded work as well as working with the Team to help learners progress in their goals. Additionally, the Center Manager can support grant writing for the Data Center as well as Center collaborators and colleagues.
Key to developing and expanding training content for the Washington University community, this position will have experience in project management, with training and education systems, a history of working with community organizations and/or local public health departments, and excellent communications and teamwork skills.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Center Services and Utilization

• Work with other center staff, ICTS leadership, and university departments to establish training and technical assistance programs and promote utilization of the center.
• Establish and oversee system for responding to requests for access to and utilization of the center from a variety of university and community partners.
• Build out the ‘brand’ of the center through various methods including networking, social media, GitHub, and community forums.

Education and Training

• Provide support for students, trainees, and faculty in navigating clinical research processes & related data assets.
• Support development of educational content such as videos and webinars to address the needs of the university and community collaborators.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant university data assets, policies and procedures including IRB review and approval, electronic medical records and REDCap.
• Understand the needs of different data center constituents and learners and working with Data Center Co-Directors and ICTS leadership to develop Center programming and activities to fit these needs.

Project Management

• Design and oversee project management, including an intake process for all center projects and activities.
• Schedule meetings and document meeting conversations.
• Assist center leadership with development and implementation of strategies for acquisition, security, management, and utilization of center data.
• Attend quarterly ICTS Navigators meeting to share best practices to improve service provision and streamline the delivery of resources for ICTS contacts.

Communication and Partnerships

• Maintain strong relationships with university, government and community partners to share data, knowledge and other resources.
• Represent the center at internal and external functions.
• Work closely with the institute communications manager to ensure effective communication to all constituents (faculty, students, community and government partners, and media).

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position works in a hybrid office environment, with some in-person office time required. This position does not have exposure to hazardous materials or heavy equipment. Some travel is required across the University campus and in the community, and limited travel outside the St. Louis areas. This individual may need to serve on-call for technical emergencies involving the operation of the data center.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in public health (epidemiology, biostatistics, health administration) or related field. 
• Experience working in university, research, or public agency settings with various partners.
• Experience developing digital content for educational purposes.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks in a complex organizational environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing digital content for sharing and distribution.
• Experience working with various communities and stigmatized areas of public health.
• Open and accepting of people who may think differently than you.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to translate technical concepts effectively to various constituents. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills to identify resources and recommend and implement solutions using independent judgment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of professional work experience or equivalent education and experience.

Grade
G12

Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.