Job DescriptionSupports and provides active leadership in coordination of the multiple, externally funded research activities of Dr. Warren Bickel (VTC Endowed Professor of Behavioral Health Research and Director of two FBRI research centers). Serves as a Research Center Coordinator for select studies involving recruitment and retention of participants with addiction and other health problems, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes and also provides senior administrative support to Dr. Bickel. This position manages and prioritizes Dr. Bickel's demanding and fast-paced schedule, including research activities and multisite coordination for two centers; remains in constant communication with the research faculty, staff, students, and other internal and external contacts; manages a complex, extensive travel schedule and logistics; schedules individual and group meetings; coordinates materials; cultivates letters, writings, and presentations, submits manuscripts; monitors deadlines and provides appropriate prompts; and responds to internal and external inquiries based on knowledge of FBRI programs and VT policies and procedures; screens and manages correspondence, inquiries, and reports, routing to relevant staff members in an accurate and timely manner; interacts with a wide range of university, VTC School of Medicine, Carilion Clinic, hospital and Roanoke community executives and officials, FBRI research team members, candidates for staff and faculty recruitment, and research participants.Required QualificationsSignificant experience providing administrative support to a senior Principal Investigator in a demanding, fast-paced environment; advanced knowledge and demonstrated working ability with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. or similar; experience managing complex travel with an ability to coordinate international travel; proven success organizing and managing a large, complex workload: demonstrated communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills; experience with grant proposals; significant experience providing advanced research and administrative support.Preferred QualificationsBachelor of Science in relevant field or extensive experience. Certified Professional Secretary or Certified Administrative Professional. Teaching/presenting experience.Pay Band4Appointment TypeRestrictedSalary InformationCommensurateReview Date5/20/2024Additional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contactBrittany Sheltonat ****** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
