Hybrid-Clinical Research Project Manager A-B

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia seeks a Hybrid Clinical Research Project Manager A-B to lead grant-funded studies in behavioral economics, stroke rehabilitation, and health care delivery innovation.

You will oversee study protocols, data collection, IRB communications, budgets, and supervision of coordinators, with hybrid flexibility and collaboration across Penn Medicine and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's degree and 3-5 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements study protocols related to behavioral economics, stroke rehabilitation, and health care delivery innovation.
• Organizes, sets up, and implements study procedures; conducts and oversees recruitment and enrollment.
• Oversees data collection, tracks budgets, and manages study supplies and participant payments.
• Manages and coordinates communications with IRB and DSMB, including preparing submissions, reporting Adverse Events and Continuing Reviews, and other regulatory requirements.
• Supervises and trains clinical research coordinators and research assistants.
• Oversees team in preparing for weekly investigator meetings; supports publication drafting and submissions.
• Schedules and prepares for meetings with collaborators within Penn Medicine and outside universities.
• Develops, tracks, and manages multiple study budgets.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's degree and 3-5 years of experience preferred.

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world‑renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly‑regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Hybrid-Clinical Research Project Manager A-B

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Project Manager A

Job Description Summary

The Project Manager will have strong research and administrative skills to provide management for multiple grant‑funded projects related to behavioral economics, stroke rehabilitation, and health care delivery innovation.

The Project Manager will be responsible for day‑to‑day management of complex projects conducted with collaborators both internal and external to the university; taking a leadership role in developing study protocols, writing grants, managing the detailed operations of projects, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, cultivating relationships with participants to support trial enrollment, and participating in manuscript writing/reviewing for submission to peer‑reviewed journals; developing the team's research strategy, leading projects, and co‑authoring papers. The Project Manager will also manage data and database management and quality assurance activities and supervise research coordinators and trainees in the lab. The Project Manager will meet regularly with study leadership to provide study updates but will function independently in carrying out most responsibilities.

This is a hybrid position, blending remote work with in‑office collaboration each week.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Clinical Research Project Manager A

Plans and implements study protocols related to behavioral economics, stroke rehabilitation, and health care delivery innovation; organizes, sets up, and implements study procedures; conducts and oversees recruitment and enrollment; oversees data collection; tracks budgets, oversees expenses, and manages study supplies, inventories, and participant payments

Manages and coordinates communications with IRB and DSMB, including preparing submissions, reporting Adverse Events and Continuing Reviews, and other regulatory requirements

Supervises and trains clinical research coordinators and research assistants

Oversees team in preparing for weekly investigator meetings; supports publication drafting and submissions

Schedules and prepares for meetings with collaborators within Penn Medicine and outside universities

Develops, tracks, and manages multiple study budgets.

Other duties as assigned

Clinical Research Project Manager B

• Manage single and/or multi-site clinical research projects (including study start‑up, daily operations, external site communications, recruitment and enrollment, and troubleshooting; quality assurance and quality control; study close‑out activities).
• Develop, create, and review regulatory submission and study documents/tools, including protocols, consents, annual reports, source docs, training slides, manual of procedures, Data Safety Monitoring Board charter, clinical report forms, standard operating procedures. Assist with Investigational New Drug, Investigational Device, and Clinical Trial Agreement exemption determinations.
• Assist/conduct pre‑award finance activities medical record abstraction/Medicare coverage analysis development, clinical trials management system registration, research billing number, driving contract timelines, budgeting input or development, grant writing assistance) and/or post‑award finance activities (invoicing, billing review).
• Staff supervision: Train direct and/or indirect research staff in program/division/dept procedures as required per protocol(s). Includes onboarding and training, data and lab management, protocol compliance and quality control/quality assurance, human subject protection and good clinical practice, and project assignments/staff mentoring/biannual performance appraisal completion.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• This position is contingent upon funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's degree and 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• This position is contingent upon funding.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$63,085.00 - $81,441.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

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), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

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

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre‑tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre‑tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.