Clinical Research Project Manager

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Project Manager at a leading biomedical imaging center. This role offers the chance to manage groundbreaking research studies and supervise a dedicated team while collaborating with top academic institutions. You will play a crucial role in the NIH BRAIN Initiative, ensuring the successful implementation of innovative imaging technologies and data analysis. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position not only enhances patient care but also contributes significantly to the scientific community. If you're passionate about neuroscience and project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of research-related experience required.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clinical research studies and supervise staff.
• Coordinate trial initiation and patient recruitment.
• Ensure timely completion of project milestones.

Skills

Neuroscience background

Quantitative skills

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Master's Degree in a Related Field

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare to apply.

A full-time Project Manager position is available at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), under the supervision of Dr. Anastasia Yendiki. The project manager will join the investigative team of the center for Large-Scale Imaging of Neural Circuits (LINC), a multi-site consortium that is part of the NIH BRAIN Initiative Connectivity across Scales (CONNECTS) program. The goal of this program is to produce first-ever maps of brain connections across scales, by combining innovative imaging technologies and machine learning. The project manager will interface between the LINC team at MGH and academic partner institutions across the CONNECTS network, to coordinate the activities of a multi-site consortium and ensure the timely and successful implementation of its data acquisition and analysis goals.

Job Summary

Responsible for the management of multiple clinical research studies and the direct hiring and supervision of Clinical Research Coordinators. Serves as the key liaison with the sponsor, IRB, core laboratories, site P.I.'s, as well as all levels of study staff. Will also coordinate trial initiation, patient recruitment, and expedite project approval and study start-up time. Responsibilities also include participation in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for the projects, developing advertising strategies to support recruitment activities, oversee budget management and subcontracts with associated institutions.

Essential Functions

1. Supervises operations of all study staff.
2. Writes operations manuals.
3. Participates in the formulation of policies and procedures for the study.
4. Prepares Case Report Forms.
5. Coordinates multi-center trials with NIH, FDA and Private foundations.
6. Reports study progress at investigators' meetings.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Experience Required: Research Related Experience 5-7 years required and Supervisory Experience 1-2 years preferred. Preferred: Experience in quality assurance and analysis of biomedical data and coding experience.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensure the timely and successful completion of annual project milestones.
2. Communicate milestones to the investigative teams responsible for them.
3. Facilitate communication between teams as needed to achieve milestones.
4. Monitor progress and propose actions to overcome obstacles.
5. Communicate progress and issues to the PI.
6. Manage data flow.
7. Interface with research staff across sites to ensure timely exchange of data.
8. Perform regular reviews of remote and local databases to identify redundancies and improve organization.
9. Assist with data quality assurance.
10. Manage documentation and training materials for team members.

Skills & Competencies Required

1. A background relevant to neuroscience, as evidenced by relevant coursework.
2. Strong quantitative skills.
3. High comfort level with computers, and ability to acquire new computer skills.
4. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and handle fluctuating priorities and deadlines.
5. Excellent organizational and decision-making skills.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to supervise others.
8. Ability to work independently as well as within an integrated research team.
9. A high degree of professionalism and attention to detail.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervise ~3 research assistants directly and ~7 other research staff indirectly.

Fiscal Responsibility

The individual will be responsible for ordering research equipment and supplies for the lab, monitoring and reviewing scanning and IT invoices, and reporting on usage of laboratory funds to the PI.

Additional Job Details

Physical Requirements: The position involves working in a computer lab and in imaging facilities with fixed post mortem brains. Flexibility to oversee data acquisition on evenings or weekends, depending on scheduling constraints of the respective imaging facilities, is required.

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 149 Thirteenth Street Building 149

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

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