Program Manager

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	RTF00006PO24
USC Market Title	Program Manager
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156368
Business Title (Internal Title)	Program Manager
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Arnold School of Public Health
Department	ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders
Advertised Salary Range	Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position	Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Administrative

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About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in managing the database program within the Center for the Study of Aphasia Recovery (C-STAR), ensuring good communication, efficient operations, and effective implementation and monitoring of protocols. They will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of databases for research projects within and related to C-STAR, including the management of data-sharing requests and agreements.
Required Education and Experience	Master’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in Information Technology systems, Database Administration or related field; o bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in Information Technology systems, Database Administration or related field.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in Information Technology systems, Database Administration or related field; or bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in Information Technology systems, Database Administration or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in database management using RedCap and Excel. A strong advantage will be granted to those with expertise in analytical methods, statistics, and software tools such as RedCap, Matlab, and Python.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Competent computer and communication skills (written and verbal), being task oriented, and possessing strong attention to detail are required for this role. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Expertise in time management, organization, and problem solving. Proficiency with basic computer software and technical troubleshooting skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Maintain and continue to improve and update the existing REDCap data infrastructure of clinical research behavioral and neuroimaging data. Data should be organized allowing for queries by project or by other points of interest such as assessment scores, age, or type of aphasia, etc. Communicate the data management plan to all data input users for consistent data entry. Communicate data input to users (including graduate assistants) on an ongoing basis to make sure research data is entered consistently and accurately.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	Conduct weekly data quality checks in REDCap to identify potential data entry errors and validate data from source documents. If errors are found, the Program Manager will report in the weekly C-STAR lab meetings and provide immediate feedback to data input users to ensure reliable clinical research data.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	Collaborate and communicate daily with project teams at USC or collaborating institutions on data-related activities and data requests to allow efficient access to research data and promote dissemination of the research findings. The Program Manager will maintain a list of ongoing collaborators making use of the database.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	The Program Manager will assist with publications and conference presentations by querying the database to extract needed clinical research and neuroimaging data for the C-STAR faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and PhD students to prepare manuscripts and presentations for internal and external audiences as requested. They will also assist with creating graphic representations of data in the form of charts and graphs to best communicate the outcomes of research questions.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.	No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	03/01/2024
Position End Date
Job Open Date	01/10/2024
Job Close Date	03/28/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. This posting is a re-advertisement.  Applications previously submitted are still being considered.  Previous applicants do not need to reapply. We are only accepting applications submitted by March 28, 2024
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/162504
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.