The American Urological Association (AUA), the premier urologic association providing support to the urologic community, is currently searching for a Research Grants Coordinator position in our Office of Research.

This position will have the possibility to telecommute up to 3 days a week.

In General

This position provides administrative and project management support as well as elements of program leadership to the American Urological Association (AUA) Office of Research (OR) portfolio of mentored urologic research grants, investigator support programs, and research awards of distinction. The candidate will support the Research Grants Manager with activities associated with research grants governance committees including the Research Grants and Investigator Support Committee (RGISC), grant and award selection panels, task forces, and workgroups as needed. The candidate will also provide department support for other research programs and events as needed to meet strategic goals and contribute to advancing the research mission of the AUA.

Typically

The individual in this position will:

• Contribute to project management for the broad spectrum of research grant and investigator support programs aimed at supporting urologic researchers
• Provide support in liaising with the AUA Research Grants and Investigator Support Committee (RGISC) and affiliated task forces or workgroups including scheduling, development of agendas and minutes and communications with members
• Coordinate and collaborate with other AUA departments regarding program financial tasks (such as invoice and payment processing, tracking / reconciliation and budget preparation)
• Maintain and enhance databases of key external audiences (e.g., grant applicants, awardees, reviewers, committee members)

Working at AUA is more than just being technically proficient. We also look for candidates who possess the following competencies:

• Project Management
• Teamwork Orientation
• Collaboration
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Planning and organization skills
• Effective time management
• Cooperative
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and projects

 What we have to Offer

We strive to create a positive experience for employees through our commitment to effective talent acquisition and onboarding, talent management and career development, providing a positive working environment, and our focus on physical, mental, and financial wellness. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; discretionary contribution and 403(b) plans; generous leave program; paid holidays; sick leave; on-site gym; company-paid life, LTD, and STD insurance; beautiful facility; very generous contributions to continuing education and tuition reimbursement.

We welcome interested and qualified candidates to apply for this position by visiting our Career Center. No relocation is available for this position.

If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

If you have any questions, please contact hr@auanet.org and we will be happy to help.

To be Successful

Candidates must be collaborative while working in a fast-paced team environment. It is essential that the individual in this role be mission driven, results-oriented and excellent interpersonal skills. In addition:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a field related to biomedical or health science.
• Minimum of three years of experience in program management and/or project management, preferably in a professional medical or science association.
• Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, travel to AUA Annual Meeting, and participate in 1-3 evening conference calls per month.
• Experience with application management software (e.g., Open Water, Proposal Central, other) preferred
• Appetite to pursue professional learning and growth in research administration.
• Previous experience with research grant and/or honorific awards administration highly desirable
• Customer-service oriented disposition.