Research Program Administration Officer III, Psychology (Part-Time)

Funding Development and Partnership Engagement Under the supervision of the PI, assists in developing funding opportunities and outreach programs for the community and at the university level. Identifies and develops grant opportunities from federal, state, and foundation sources. Supports the creation of crowdfunding initiatives (e.g., Kickstarter campaigns) and soliciting external donors in an effort to build a larger, more robust research team for the SEMA Lab. Develops and maintains relationships with internal UA partners related to grants, proposals, and pre-award activities. Strategic Planning and Performance Management Assists in creating and deploying lab Objective and Key Results (OKRs) alongside staff and under the direction of the PI and director. Translates the broader objectives of the work of the SEMA Lab into tangible milestones. Develops goals, establishes metrics to measure progress, engages staff in the process, and tracks and evaluates outcomes. Team Leadership and Lab Operations Provides guidance, mentoring, and supervision to staff, which may include the Clinical Research Coordinator I, graduate students, and/or undergraduate students. Assists the PI in supporting day-to-day lab operations, including developing onboarding documents, procedural documents, and IRB applications. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of research administration processes, including grant development, funding mechanisms, and pre-award activities. Knowledge of project management frameworks, including Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). Skill in project management, including planning, organizing, and tracking multiple initiatives simultaneously. Skill in written and verbal communication, including drafting reports, proposals, and research documentation. Skill in developing and implementing performance metrics and evaluating outcomes. Ability to analyze data and support research dissemination (e.g., manuscripts, reports). Ability to translate strategic research goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.