Our academic offices are located in Oakland, while research field operations are based in White Oak and Braddock. Staff in our field locations play a key role in conducting participant assessments, collecting research data, and performing data entry and processing to support ongoing studies.

• Coordinate and manage administrative activities, including budgeting, purchasing, contracts, reimbursements, and HR-related processes in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Support fiscal operations by working within both UPMC and University of Pittsburgh financial systems to process and track departmental transactions.
• Collaborate with UPMC and Pitt Information Technology teams, including the Office of Academic Computing (OAC) at Western Psychiatric Hospital, to address technology-related needs and support departmental operations.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, seminars, community events, and other departmental activities.
• Serve as a liaison with external organizations, including businesses, universities, publishing houses, and professional associations.
• Conduct literature searches and assist faculty and research teams with academic and research-related projects.
• Support the preparation, submission, and management of NIH grant applications, progress reports, manuscripts, and other scholarly materials.
• Assist with pre-award and post-award grants administration in collaboration with the Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) and other institutional partners.
• Maintain accurate records, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with funding agency and institutional requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service and foster positive working relationships with faculty, staff, research participants, and external stakeholders.
• Utilize strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to support a fast-paced academic and research environment.