Research Program Administrator (Center for Research and Reform in Education)

We are seeking a Research Program Administrator who will plan and directs the operations of a complex research program typically involving multiple studies, external partners, internal collaborators, and/or national and international networks. Responsible for leadership, team building, strategic planning, process improvement, regulatory compliance, fiscal planning and management. Reporting to the PI(s) and in collaboration with other investigators and the research team, participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating existing and new initiatives to further the mission and goals of the overall research program, and ensure alignment within Hopkins and partners. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Provide direction and coordination for complex and/or multiple studies on behalf of the PI(s). Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PI's, research staff, and funding organizations and exercise authority to make independent decisions about research aims and study design. Collaborate with PI and provide guidance to research staff on protocol development and study design. Communicate with, and track activities led by, internal and/or external research team members and collaborators Develop, prepare and submit grant and contract proposals. Interact with investigators, collaborators, and staff to facilitate efficient conduct of study activities. Oversee development of study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in budget. Provide oversight of