Research Manager, Department of Anesthesiology

Job Overview

Full‑time Research Manager to oversee and guide research activities that align with the University of Cincinnati’s agenda. This role collaborates with the head of the program and a team of research professionals to shape the research agenda, secure external funding, and disseminate findings.

• Develop a research agenda using analytical approaches, models, and methods; translate results into timely policy recommendations.
• Coordinate and assist in the development of external funding proposals.
• Manage, oversee, plan, and conduct research projects; handle daily activities such as project development, data collection, and analysis.
• Assist with the dissemination of research findings and maintain systems for tracking presentations, publications, and other outputs.
• Write and publish white papers, conference reports, opinion articles, blogs, and policy briefs.
• Ensure adherence to institutional, federal, and sponsor‑specific guidelines concerning human subjects and research integrity.
• Organize research documentation, coordinate meetings, and facilitate communication among research teams.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or related field.

Four (4) years of experience in an academic, government, or private‑sector research, staff, and/or administrative position.

• Master or Ph.D. in chemistry or neuroscience with experience managing clinical trials and/or drug development.
• Experience in preparing, submitting, and managing IRB protocols, amendments, and reports to ensure ongoing compliance with ethical standards.
• Training and experience in designing and managing data collection tools in REDCap, ensuring accuracy, security, and proper documentation of research data.
• Training and experience in extracting and analyzing data from a variety of sources; supporting statistical and qualitative analysis; interpreting research findings.

• Sitting – continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (typing) – often
• Hearing, listening – often
• Talking – often
• Standing – often
• Walking – often
• Bending – often
• Stooping – often
• Kneeling, squatting – seldom
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds – often
• Noise level requires raised voice to be heard.
• Hazards include proximity to moving machinery, tools, vehicles, electrical current, scaffolding, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

UC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Tuition remission for the employee and eligible dependents.
• Robust retirement plans (OPERS, STRS, or Alternative Retirement Plan) with UC contributions of 14–18% of salary.
• Generous time‑off policy: vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end‑of‑year paid time off, and six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.