Director, Research Operations and Outreach- School of Public Health
Director, Research Operations and Outreach- School of Public Health
Job ID: 296517 Location: Summerville Campus Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
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Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Augusta University School of Public Health was established in 2023 to address Georgia's distinct public health challenges through exceptional education, innovative research, and collaborative community engagement. We are leveraging the strengths of Georgia's only public academic medical center, combining public health expertise with clinical knowledge to train future public health leaders. Our school is comprised of three academic departments: Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data Science, Community & Behavioral Health Sciences, and Health Management, Economics & Policy. We offer a variety of degree programs, from specialized master's options to doctoral programs that create the next generation of public health researchers. Our research mission is critical to our long-term impact; we strongly emphasize scholarly productivity through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and grant-funded projects. Annually, we attract more than $6M in extramural funding.
Job Summary
Assist the School of Public Health leadership in establishing, developing, and sustaining the Institute for Disaster Health Sciences (IDHS) at Augusta University. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in implementing the institute's strategic vision by directing operational planning, developing collaborations across Augusta University's schools and colleges, and ensuring alignment with the university's mission and goals.
In addition, the incumbent will manage and execute externally funded projects, with an emphasis on outreach and applied research activities, overseeing outreach programming, project implementation, technical writing, and budget development, all consistent with grant objectives and deliverables.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:
Institute Development and Strategic Support:
Assist School of Public Health leadership in establishing and sustaining the Institute for Disaster Health Sciences (IDHS) at Augusta University. Support IDHS strategic planning, operational processes, and goal setting in alignment with Augusta University priorities. Develop and maintain interdisciplinary collaborations with other schools, colleges, and administrative units at Augusta University. Contribute to identifying funding and partnership opportunities that advance the institutes mission.
Project Management, Personnel Supervision and Grant Execution:
Direct externally funded outreach and applied research projects within IDHS to ensure grant deliverables are met on time and within scope. Supervise and provide direction to IDHS employees and project staff to ensure effective project performance. Liaise with federal, state, and other funding agencies to maintain compliance with regulations and align deliverables with current standards. Manage project budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and adherence to sponsor and institutional requirements. Lead meetings with project officers and external stakeholders to review progress, address challenges, and refine project goals.
Outreach and Knowledge Dissemination:
Oversee logistics for grant-related activities, including meetings, events, and in-person and virtual training sessions. Direct, develop, and deliver training programs in emergency preparedness, disaster medicine, and related topics. Create after-action reports, improvement plans, project reports, and other documents to disseminate key findings. Represent IDHS at local, state, national, and international conferences and meetings, presenting outreach and project outcomes and engaging with stakeholders.
Professional Development and Institutional Engagement:
Participate in professional training, continuing education, and credentialing activities relevant to disaster health sciences. Maintain current knowledge of emerging trends, standards, and best practices in disaster health, emergency preparedness, and related fields. Engage in professional networks and represent IDHS in external meetings and collaborative initiatives.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Emergency Preparedness, or related field; and 5 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Knowledge and experience in program design and development, grant management and budgeting, and working with governmental organizations and community partners on issues related to emergency preparedness programs. A working knowledge of the challenges facing Georgia's healthcare communities that contribute to reduced resilience to disasters.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Presentation Design software.
SKILLS
Detail-oriented, strong communication skills, ability to develop and implement strategic plans, able to manage a team to implement goals and strategy.
ABILITIES
Ability to travel overnight.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position).
Pay Band: B16
Salary Minimum: $95,200-$110,000 annually.
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled.
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
