Easter Seals Jobs

Req #: 234175

Department: DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY

Posting Date: 05/14/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $6,830 - $11,667 per month

Limited Recruitment: Open to UW Employees only

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf )

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The University of Washington Department of Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a leadership role in the Department of Radiology.

This role will provide professional-level leadership and support for clinical research studies in the Department of Radiology. This includes technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments, planning and directing research projects, and coordinating research and development activities.

Support and direct research support staff, including research coordinators, statisticians, and research fellows. Organize and structure onboarding activities for research staff for the Department of Radiology. Structure and maintain research fellow program, including website informational and intake site, collect applications, along with VC of Clinical Research, review and screen applicants, and coordinate with potential mentors.

Independently, process and coordinate the operations of clinical research studies. This requires the knowledge and skills specific to designing, conducting and directing research protocols. Assist investigators and leverage coordinators to help with submission of research studies to IRB and other entities as appropriate to meet all regulatory and compliance submissions involving editing of investigator-initiated protocols and consent forms as well as submission of cooperative group protocols and industry protocols. Support data user agreement (DUA) applications. Follow up with and guide applications through the approval process. Set up and implementation of SOPs as needed to meet the requirements of and adherence to protocols.

Performs professional level program administration and management of a non-routine nature which requires independent judgment and decision making. Exercises substantial responsibility to ensure program success. Utilizes specialized knowledge of the specific program to allocate resources and establish policies, methods, and procedures for the program. Ensures that program conforms to institutional and department policies and regulations.

This person will contribute to the growth and success of the Department by supporting and promoting clinical research objectives. They will work with faculty members to identify research problems and assist in the design, execution, and data coordination in research.

Leadership group: Vice Chair of Clinical Research, Vice Chair of Research

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Research Activities: 70%

• Management of department clinical research activities, supporting research staff, specifically research coordinators, statisticians, and research fellows.

• Collaborate with clinician scientist faculty and fellows to design studies, submit IRB applications, acquire DUA’s when necessary, and track applications through approval.

• Coordinate with investigators to facilitate collaborations across departments and within the department.

• Direct investigators to appropriate resources within the departmental and extra-departmental research infrastructure to facilitate project progress.

• Problem solve research obstacles facing investigators.

• Provide support on-site on a frequent basis.Clinical Research Staff Education and Process Development : 20%

• Co-create educational materials and programs to train research staff, fellows and junior faculty on available resources, database access and utilization, research activity performance (grant writing, manuscript writing, abstract and meeting presentations).

• Direct the staff and research fellow on-boarding process.

• Engagement with research fellows and staff to identify gaps in understanding or knowledge, help address challenges or obstacles, and direct to appropriate support or resources.

• Create training materials for investigators on expectations for mentors including tips and tricks for successful mentorship.Communications: 10%

• Participate in fostering a collaborative environment with diversity as a core value. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all students, staff, and faculty.

• Contact and facilitate communications and questions related to UW Radiology Research.

• Support internal and external partner engagement activities.

• Communicate upcoming deadlines and opportunities for research funding or other opportunities to the radiology department. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree or higher degrees.

• 6 years or more experience in medical imaging research.

• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Familiarity with radiology operations and compliance requirements.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative and ownership of work, successfully prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow through.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Management skills and experience in leading teams. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with imaging modalities, including MR, CT, US, PET.

• Strong understanding of research processes and operations. Extensive experience in the multitude of steps in research including but not limited to study design, approvals, study initiation and implementation, regulatory processes, data analysis, grant funding, publication, meeting presentation, and final report preparation and submission.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and direct a team.

• Website design.

• Ability to adapt to new software and interpret changing policies.

• Confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities and experience. Ability to create an organized presentation to groups in various formats.

• Knowledge of and experience with the University of Washington systems.

• Proactive problem solver and communicator, with a desire to improve systems.

• Comfortable in collaborative setting and working within and across cultures.

• Familiar with biomedical research terminology.

• Record of peer-reviewed scientific research publications. Mission and Values: Mission: To meet the clinical needs of patients and families we serve, to train the practitioners and leaders of tomorrow, and to advance imaging sciences to improve the human condition.Values:

• Quality

• Innovation & Impact

• Leadership

• Partnership

• Fairness Additional Information: Internal/External Contacts:

• UW Customers

• Department of Radiology Faculty, Staff, and Students

• University of Washington Staff, Faculty and Students

• Other related Faculty, Staff, and Students

• External collaborators and sponsorsSupervision: This position reports to the Vice-Chair of Clinical Research in the Radiology Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to write, finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work Environment: Incumbent will work with supervisor to set an expected schedule within the normal 8am to 5pm, M-F, timeframe but is not always fixed and workload does vary. The incumbent’s first responsibility is to complete tasks rather than keep to a fixed schedule. Flexibility in schedule and intensity of work is necessary.Position is suitable/eligible for occasional telework.Some travel between sites may be necessary by UW Health Services or other shuttles.Some travel to other imaging centers and scientific / professional conferences may be appropriate or required. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.