AST DIR, Research Administration

The UF Health Cancer Center is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span 12 of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 330 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure. 

As the Assistant Director of our Community Outreach & Research Engagement (CORE) division you will be responsible for overseeing community engagement and research integration efforts to improve cancer outcomes in the community through bi-directional partnerships, evidence-informed outreach, and applied research initiatives.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Oversight of the Division including management of personnel, financial, and operational resources as well as liaising with institutional and external partners on behalf of the COE and the Center.
• Development and implementation of the strategic direction of the CORE division including process improvements, metrics management, and other related activities.
• High-level oversight of community outreach operations including resolution of barriers to program delivery and research projects, liaising between the community, COE, ensuring the objectives and needs of the catchment area are met.

This is a senior, leadership position, ideal for candidates with established careers in public health and implementation science and experience leading teams of community health professionals. Ideal candidates will have an engaged, forward-thinking, and collaborative leadership style with the desire and skillset to grow the COE’s community outreach activities and refine divisional activities. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

$100,000 - $110,000, annually

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave including: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• State Retirement Plans 
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually) 
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program) 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer 

Master’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.

Valid FL Driver's License or equivalent is required.

Professional certification in a relevant discipline (eg. CHES) required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.

Knowledge/Experience:

• A terminal degree in Public Health, Health Behavior, Social Psychology, Implementation Science, or similar.
• Strong preference for direct community outreach and engagement experience focused on health education and research linkage at the University of Florida.
• Extensive experience in cancer education and research literacy program management in community settings.
• Advanced knowledge of research methods, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements of FDA, OPRR, and GCP.
• Prior experience (3+ years) as a supervisor or team lead and/or completion of leadership/management training program (e.g. Managing at UF – The Supervisory Challenge) highly preferred.

Qualities:

• An engaged and collaborative leadership style with the desire and skillset to coach, mentor, and support the growth and development of subordinate staff.
• Proven sense of professional ethics and conduct, understanding and effectively using and applying Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills.
• Exceptional customer service and political savvy with a professional, trustworthy, and approachable demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
• Forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong desire to learn, seek out, and apply new knowledge, methods, and information.
• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, across platforms.
• Highly resourceful and proactive team-player, with the ability to be effective independently and maintain appropriate discretion.

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills with ability to synthesize aggregate data into meaningful reports on outcomes for presentation to leadership groups and local government agencies.
• Excellent delegation and time-management skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple, cross-functional priorities seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, creative problem solving, and critical thinking skillset.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, particularly proof-reading and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

This role is primarily located on UF’s main campus in Gainesville, FL and may be eligible for hybrid and/or alternate schedules. Regular day-travel throughout the UFHCC catchment area for COE events and screening activities is required.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.