Clinical Research Project Manager

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a project manager to oversee the Mass General Brigham Amyloidosis Program portfolio. You will manage multiple clinical research studies, supervise a large team of research staff, and coordinate trials with sponsors, IRB, and laboratories.

The role focuses on startup, regulatory compliance, budget and contract coordination, monitoring, and day-to-day project management across active protocols, ensuring efficient execution and growth of the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Related Field required or Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience in research coordination with supervisory experience 1–2 years preferred.
• Strong budget management skills and ability to supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple clinical research studies and supervise study staff.
• Coordinate trial initiation, patient recruitment, and start-up processes with sponsors, IRB, and core labs.
• Develop and maintain SOPs; manage budgets and subcontracts; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor progress and report study results at investigators' meetings.

Skills

Independent decision making

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Master's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Database management

Regulatory databases

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryResponsible 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.Does this position require Patient Care?NoEssential Functions-Supervises operations of all study staff.-Writes operations manuals.-Participates in the formulation of policies and procedures for the study.-Prepares Case Report Forms.-Coordinates multi-center trials with NIH, FDA and Private foundations.-Reports study progress at investigators' meetings.QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsExperienceResearch Related Experience 5-7 years required and Supervisory Experience 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Ability to make independent effective decisions.- Strong organizational and communication Skills.- Ability to effectively supervise and train Staff.- Strong database management and computer skills.- Demonstrated analytical skills to problem solve effectively.- Must possess strong budget management skills.Additional Job Details (if applicable)The Mass General Brigham Amyloidosis Program is a multidisciplinary clinical and research program focused on improving the diagnosis, characterization, and treatment of systemic and cardiac amyloidosis. Our research team at the Brigham and Women's Hospital includes physician investigators, medical imaging physicists, research fellows (fully trained cardiologists), a data analyst, and ten research assistants (who recruit participants for our research projects). We conduct a diverse portfolio of industry-sponsored, investigator-initiated, foundation-funded, and NIH-funded studies, including therapeutic clinical trials, imaging studies, biomarker and biobanking protocols, and multicenter national and international research collaborations. Several studies involve regulatory oversight, including IND-regulated investigations, and leverage advanced cardiovascular imaging modalities such as echocardiography, cardiac MRI, and nuclear imaging.We envision this project manager serving as the operational lead for our research portfolio, overseeing study startup, regulatory compliance, budget and contract coordination, monitoring and audit readiness, and day-to-day project management across multiple active protocols. The individual would supervise and support research staff (the large team of research assistants), coordinate activities among investigators, sponsors, CROs, and institutional offices, and help ensure efficient execution of studies from initiation through closeout. The role will be central to maintaining a high-performing research infrastructure and supporting continued growth of the Amyloidosis Program across MGB.Remote TypeHybridWork Location75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$63,252.80 - $102,596.00/AnnualGrade7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.