*The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Institute for Clinical & Translational Research (ICTR)*is seeking a*Senior Program Specialist*to join the ICTR Administrative Team. Under general supervision, this position will provide a wide range of supportive activities and expertise to plan, develop, administer, and manage program needs within the ICTR. The Senior program specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the ICTR training program, and assist with other ICTR programs, such as the pilot grant, studio, and voucher program. The candidate will apply specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training in program management; assist UMB ICTR leadership in resolving programmatic issues and significant matters, contribute to development and evaluation of goals and objectives; create solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance with program strategies. *Benefits (Exempt Regular): * UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. * *Essential Functions:* * Responsible for all aspects of the ICTR Training Program, including day-to-day operations and program management. (40% effort) * Manage the annual application and review processes for the ICTR Training and Pilot grant Programs and quarterly application and review processes for the ICTR voucher program. (20% effort) * Provide advanced administrative and research support to the ICTR leadership team. This includes assisting with letters of support, ICTR requests (via REDCap database), and other special projects. (15%) * Perform specialized administrative functions, including research and data analysis, program coordination and monitoring, data collection, database creation, surveys, reports, and recommends program changes (15%) * Develop and facilitate ICTR workshops, studios, meetings, or conferences with high impact on program and/or participants. Coordinate logistics, scheduling, communications, and participation. (5%) * Monitor and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e.: UMB Junior faculty, pre-and post-doctoral trainees, partner institutions (JHU, UMBC, UMCP), and sponsors) to ensure compliance with work plan and deliverables. (5%) * Performs other duties as assigned. *Education:*Bachelor's degree. *Experience:*Three (3) years of administrative or program coordination experience. *Other:*Related experience to program may be substituted for education. *Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:* * Insight, ideas, and ability to implement program changes and assess impact. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with diverse audiences through presentations to groups of all sizes, quality reports, and other means of communication. * Skill in exercising initiative in acquiring necessary knowledge and skills to adapt to organizational changes. * Interest and ability to learn and thrive in a high-level, high-volume, multi-faceted environment. * Conscientious (motivated to ensure things are completed in a timely manner). * Strong customer-service orientation. * Ability to function effectively as part of a team (flexible and positive attitude). * Ability to recognize and handle sensitive materials with discretion and tact. * Supportive of the ICTR's overall mission to improve patient and community health through supporting clinical translational research. *Hiring Range: $75,000 - $84,000, Commensurate with education and experience * UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Medicine - Centers/Programs/ORCs* **Title:** *ICTR Senior Program Specialist* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000CR*