Research Operations Manager - Part-Time, Term

at  Vanderbilt University

Please note: This is a part-time, term position
We are looking for a part-time, term lab manager for the Vanderbilt Stress and Early Adversity (SEA) Lab, a highly collaborative research group exploring the early caregiving environment, neural correlates of early experience, and interventions to improve child and family functioning.
Under the supervision of Dr. Kathryn Humphreys, the individual in this position will have primary responsibility for lab management. Lab management responsibilities include management of hiring and onboarding staff and research assistants, maintenance of lab space and equipment, financial and budget oversight across projects, project reporting support, and development and curation of laboratory manuals, documents, and processes. This position requires being in person at our offices at Vanderbilt 4-5 days per week (e.g., from 9am-1pm). While interest in science is desirable, no experience in scientific research is required.

ABOUT THE WORK UNIT

At the Stress and Early Adversity Lab, we are committed to fostering an environment that thrives on hard work, high expectations, and the pursuit of excellence. We celebrate achievements, big and small, and recognize that excellence is the driving force behind our impactful research. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding environment where your hard work is celebrated, and you’re eager to contribute to cutting-edge research, we would love for you to apply.
NOTE: A Term position is a staff position that exists for a period longer than six months but is not expected to last beyond one year. Although a position may exist for a specified or indefinite period, staff who accept term positions are not guaranteed employment for the entire period; they are employed for indefinite periods within the limit of the appointment. There are no guarantees of continued employment, either within the term or when the term ends.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft office suite (Powerpoint, Word, Excel) or similar programs with high level of comfort and knowledge of spreadsheet programs
• Must be extremely organized, detail oriented and able to function well independently
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Project management experience
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance
• Experience with developing and curating study documents (e.g., manuals, procedures) preferred
• Previous oversight of study budget or finances preferredExpected to have a strong work ethic, high integrity, and good interpersonal skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lab management:

• Provide financial oversight of lab expenditures, maintain individual study budgets, project expenditures, and allocate staff time across budgets
• Provide day-to-day laboratory oversight, including maintaining laboratory space, infrastructure, and equipment
• Develop and maintain repository of lab-wide processes and documents
• Be responsible for human resources functions of the lab, including recruitment of new staff, and recruitment, onboarding, and supervision of research assistants
• Assist with lab meeting scheduling and upkeep of lab website
• Order and maintain equipment and supplies
• Assist with study reporting activities, as needed, including project reporting, recruitment updates, and institutional review board submissions
• Prepare correspondence, documents, presentations, and reports to support the lab and the lab director
• Perform general administrative duties to maintain the workings of the laboratory

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

• Working and growing together as a community of communities… we are One Vanderbilt .
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position