Research Assistant Professor​/Senior Program Manager of Clinical Research, Translational Science

Security Sensitive Position: Yes

Hours of Work: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Posting Number: TSU
203583

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Title:

Research Assistant Professor/Senior Program Manager of Clinical Research, Translational Sciences, and Community Engagement

The Research Assistant Professor/Senior Program Manager of Clinical Research, Translational Sciences, and Community Engagement at Texas Southern University is a Public Health oriented Research Assistant Professor whose scholarship bridges clinical research, translational sciences, and community engagement along with administrative expertise. The successful candidate will support existing and develop an independent, externally funded research program; teach and mentor diverse learners; and build equitable partnerships with community stakeholders to improve health outcomes in the community.

This role requires a strategic leader to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, drive research effectiveness, and foster relationships between the research community and diverse populations.

Research Assistant Professor/Senior Program Manager of Clinical Research, Translational Sciences, and Community Engagement is a highly collaborative, self‑motivated, creative person who is adaptable to new processes with capacity to function independently.

This is a Grant Funded position.

• Co‑directs research Clinical Research, Translational Sciences, and Community Engagement programs in clinical/translational science (e.g., pragmatic trials, implementation science, health services research, community‑engaged & CBPR methods, real‑world evidence).
• Prepares, submits, and leads competitive grants (NIH/PCORI/CDC/HRSA/CPRIT/foundation) and publishes in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Defines goals and program deliverables; monitors reach, uptake, time‑to‑resolution, and outcomes.
• Coordinates IRB submissions; supports pragmatic evaluations, grant reporting, and budget management.

• Teach undergrad/graduate/health‑professional courses (e.g., Clinical Research Methods, Community‑Engaged Research, Implementation Science, Intro to Biostatistics/Data Management).
• Mentor students, residents/fellows, and junior scholars; supervise and advise capstones and theses.

• Build and steward partnerships with FQHCs, CBOs, faith organizations, schools, and public health agencies.
• Establish and facilitate Community Advisory Boards; co‑design initiatives using CBPR principles.
• Represent the organization in coalitions; negotiate MOUs and data‑sharing agreements.

• Lead development of infrastructure for protocol development, IRB submissions, recruitment/retention, data safety, and GCP compliance.
• Support REDCap/CTMS workflows, participant registries, and community advisory boards.

• Supervise staff and team members; set goals, coach performance, and build professional development plans.
• Oversee scheduling, supply management, and logistics for community events.

Terminal degree (PhD, DrPH, Pharm

D, MD/DO, or equivalent) in relevant degree areas (e.g., public health, health promotion, health policy, social work‑related degree, or health education) with evidence of research productivity (peer‑reviewed publications, grant activity).

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• Excellent leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated skills in computer software applications, data management, and analysis software (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Office 365 Excel, REDCap, Qualtrics, SPSS, R).
• Ability to work in a team‑based environment.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and exercise sound judgment.
• Detail oriented, ability to problem‑solve, and decision‑making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Demonstrated experience in effective conflict management and resolution.

• Independently use technology, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Learn/adapt to new processes, lead…