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Niki Carmany

@nikicarmany

Experienced Director of Research Administration with a focus on compliance.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth in research administration.

I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in research administration, currently serving as the Director of Research Administration at Akron Children’s Hospital. My role involves overseeing the operational leadership of research within the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, contracts, and clinical trials. I am passionate about developing and implementing strategic goals that foster a best-in-class infrastructure for faculty, research staff, and students.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led multiple initiatives, including a significant renovation project and the implementation of a new grants management software system. My expertise in financial management, policy development, and team leadership has allowed me to streamline processes and enhance the efficiency of research operations. I thrive on identifying gaps and presenting solutions that drive progress and collaboration within the research community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Director of Research Administration

Akron Children’s Hospital

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Responsible for oversight of operational leadership of research within the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute (RDCRI) ensuring compliance, managing budgets, contracts, sponsored projects, clinical trials, IRB, and computational science. Contributed to development and implementation of research administration strategic goals and KPIs.

AH

Research Operations Manager

Akron Children’s Hospital

Nov 2018 - Oct 2023 (4 years 11 months)

Oversaw financial award activities and provided grant, contract, and clinical trial expertise to functional units relative to IRB submission requirements, budgeting, development, and pre and post award management. Managed implementation of new grants management software system within a 35-week projected timeline.

AH

Executive Assistant

Akron Children’s Hospital

Mar 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 8 months)

Provided administrative and organizational support to the Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of External Affairs, functioning as project manager for software integration. Determined and defined scope of work, secured funding, established timelines and workgroups, ensuring successful management of projects throughout the lifecycle.

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Senior Coordinator, Investor Relations

The J. M. Smucker Company

Feb 2013 - Nov 2013 (9 months)

Organized quarterly earnings calls with third-party providers and arranged investor roadshows, including international and domestic travel and logistics. Developed and maintained presentations for investor conferences, annual shareholder meetings, and internal departmental meetings.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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The University of Akron

Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This program focuses on developing skills for professional counseling practice.

WU

Walsh University

Master of Business Administration, Healthcare Management

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Healthcare Management. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of business principles applied to the healthcare industry.

WU

Walsh University

Bachelor of Arts, Business Management

Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management. The curriculum covered core business functions and management principles.

SC

Stark State College

Associate of Legal Studies, Legal Studies

Obtained an Associate of Legal Studies degree. This program provided foundational knowledge in legal principles and practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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