Our research mission is to transform the discipline of nursing through research, practice and partnerships and to contribute to the social advancement and health of Tennessee, the nation, and the world. Vanderbilt School of Nursing (VUSN) supports the development of innovative research programs within VUSN that align strategically with other Vanderbilt University initiatives and that address national priorities to promote and protect health.

The Center for Research Development and Scholarship is directed by Dr. Mariann R. Piano, Senior Associate Dean for Research. The need for and direction of CRDS's services are determined through input from the faculty and postdoctoral fellows through formal monthly email solicitations of ideas and quarterly meetings devoted to research support issues to which all faculty and CRDS staff contribute. CRDS's staff functions cooperatively and most have been cross-trained within pre- and post-award grants management areas. Within the school, CRDS provides a full range of services and resources for faculty and postdoctoral fellows' projects.

The Center for Research Development and Scholarship supports many activities related to pre-award and post-award, federal, and non-federal grant submission and other scholarship activities. In addition, CRDS serves as the main section for which tenure-track faculty are appointed and receive mentorship.

With a history dating back to 1908, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has a long-standing reputation for excellence in nursing teaching, practice, informatics and research. The school offers graduate level education in the Masters of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice and the Doctor of Philosophy* (*degree awarded through the Graduate School).

VUSN is a community that welcomes staff, students, faculty and colleagues from many different professional and personal backgrounds. The vast diversity of thought and experience you will find here will not only enrich your work environment, it will also serve as a valuable foundation as you seek and fulfill your professional goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship:

• Exercise independent judgement when coordinating and prioritizing the Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship's calendar, emails, meeting requests, and speaking engagements.
• Consult with and advise the Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship on VU/VUSN policies and procedures, as well as other issues related to faculty and VUSN communities.
• Communicate on behalf of the Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship.
• Provide technical and editorial support to the Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship.

Manage the day-to-day operations and priorities of Faculty Scholarship Program:

• Provide program support for the VUSN Faculty Scholarship Program and related functions
• Assist faculty applying for and receiving support from the VUSN Faculty Scholarship Program to pursue scholarship initiatives including clinical project work, IRB submission, and manuscript preparation and submission, among other support needs
• Assist faculty with REDCap database development, data analysis, and project reports
• Interface with the Faculty Scholarship Review Committee to facilitate proposal reviews
• Assist faculty with clinical grant submissions
• Assist faculty with external award applications
• Assist to coordinate VUSN's participation in VU Immersion for undergraduate student experiences with VUSN research, community service, simulation, and clinical project work opportunities
• Assist to coordinate VUSN Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project opportunities with VUMC and external initiatives
• Develop and implement systems and processes to establish and main records for the program.
• Serve as department representative in addressing issues and questions related to the programs, which may include representing the department on various committees.
• Serve as a primary contact and resource to VUSN faculty, staff, students, and visitors for daily operations of the program.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies for the department, handle special requests, and receive departmental shipments and mail.

Supervisory Relationships

Hires, trains, and directs student assistants, volunteers, and administrative assistants in collaboration with Assistant Director.