Clinical Research Program Manager C

University of Pennsylvania; United (PA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Time off

Long-term care insurance

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine seeks a Clinical Research Program Manager C to provide strategic, administrative, and operational management for the Department of Surgery's research program led by Dr. Ronald DeMatteo.

The role focuses on strengthening partnerships, expanding research capacity, and advancing the program's scientific mission. Responsibilities include developing sustainable research infrastructure, leading grant administration, coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree and 5-7 years of experience preferred.
• This position is contingent upon grant funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop sustainable research infrastructure and build operational systems for the department.
• Coordinate pre- and post-award grant administration and related communications.
• Manage relationships with Dr. DeMatteo, investigators, sponsors, and academic partners.
• Ensure rigorous standards and effective program operations across stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Clinical Research Program Manager C

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer inPhiladelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research,and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranksamong the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & WorldReport survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provideopportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been rankednationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbeswho named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Program Manager C

Job Description Summary

The Program Manager provides strategic, administrative, andoperational management for the Department of Surgery, with a focusin the research program of Dr. Ronald DeMatteo, Chair of Surgery.The position works with Dr. DeMatteo and other leadership withinthe Department as well as collaborators to strengthen partnerships,expand research capacity, and advance the program's scientificmission.

Job Description

The Program Manager leads program development, coordination ofcommunication, staff and resource infrastructure, and operationaleffectiveness of the program. The position manages relationshipsbetween Dr. DeMatteo, collaborating investigators, sponsors, otheracademic centers, research staff, and administrative offices.Responsibilities include developing sustainable researchinfrastructure and building operational systems and best practices.The Program Manager provides comprehensive oversight of operationalplanning relating to research activities and ensures optimalcommunication across stakeholders. The position leads pre- andpost-award grant administration, internal and external researchcommunications, and general administrative responsibilities relatedto the research efforts within the Department.

Additional duties include management of internal educationalresearch programs, event planning in collaboration with otherstakeholders, and general correspondence coordination on behalf ofDr. DeMatteo.

This position requires comprehensive knowledge of academic researchworkflows, federal and non-federal grant application andcompliance, and the ability to lead complex research initiativeswhile building sustainable program infrastructure and maintainingrigorous standards.

Qualifications

• o Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of related experience orequivalent combination of education and experience isrequired.
• o Master's degree and 5-7 years of experience preferred.

This position is contigent upon grant funding.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$91,066.00 - $117,901.00 Annual Rate

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer ismade. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Pennoffers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health,dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and yourfamily's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spendingaccounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent careexpenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuitionbenefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can gettuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are alsoeligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans tohelp you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, andSupplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on apre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investmentoptions through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with asubstantial amount of time away from work during the course of theyear. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personalaffairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time withfamily-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with GenworthFinancial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible familymembers) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of thecosts of long-term care services received at home, in the communityor in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, youwon't have to provide proof of good health or be subject tounderwriting requirements. Eligible family members must alwaysprovide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed tosupporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competingdemands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a widevariety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides anarray of resources to help you advance yourself personally andprofessionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community,you have access to a wide range of University resources as well ascultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of theUniversity's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit ourarboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on atPenn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latestmusic or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the PennRelays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a memberof the Penn community, you're right in the middle of theexcitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of theseactivities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts andentertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find greatdeals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts andcultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admissionand memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoysubstantial savings on other goods and services such as new carsfrom Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movietickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offercreative approaches for completing work while promoting balancebetween work and personal commitments. These approaches involve useof non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or jobstructures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivableloan for eligible employees interested in buying a home orcurrently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used forclosing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligibleemployees on qualified expenses in connection with the legaladoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for upto two adoptions in your household.

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