Project Management Associate - Medicine

Penn State University; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time Project Management Associate to provide consulting support for a NIH-funded research project focused on advance care planning interventions with American Indian tribes. This role demands a doctoral degree and relevant consulting skills in research methodology, data analysis, and compliance with Indigenous research protocols. The position requires part-time commitment and plays a crucial role in maintaining partnerships with Tribal communities.

Qualifications

• Expertise in conducting research with American Indian tribes.
• Experience with NIH-funded research projects.
• Understanding of Tribal sovereignty and research ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on culturally appropriate research methodology.
• Advise on compliance with Tribal research protocols.
• Consult on methodological decisions for meeting grant deliverables.

Skills

Research methodology consulting

Culturally appropriate research

Ethical standards in research

Data analysis

Community-based participatory research

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent)

Job description

Part-time Project Management Associate - Medicine page is loaded## Part-time Project Management Associate - Medicineremote type: Remotelocations: College of Medicinetime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000075711# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeking a part-time Project Management Associate with specialized expertise in American Indian Tribal research to provide consulting support to the Van Scoy Communication Lab. This position supports an NIH-funded community-based participatory research project focused on culturally adapting advance care planning interventions in partnership with the Washoe Tribe.**POSITION DETAILS:**This is a part-time Project Management Associate position at approximately 1 hour per week or 3-4 hours per month. The position provides specialized research consulting rather than direct project execution.**SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**The Project Management Associate will provide expert guidance and consultation in the following areas:* Research methodology consulting for conducting culturally appropriate research with American Indian tribes* Guidance on data analysis approaches that honor Tribal sovereignty and cultural protocols* Consultation on culturally responsive research practices essential to maintaining ethical standards in community-based participatory research* Advisement on compliance with Tribal research protocols and IRB requirements* Strategic guidance on maintaining trust and reciprocal relationships with Tribal partners* Review and feedback on research materials, consent processes, and participant engagement strategies* Consultation on methodological decisions fundamental to meeting grant deliverables* Other consulting duties as needed to support the integrity of the Tribal partnership**IMPACT AND IMPORTANCE:**This position plays a critical role in the success of this community-based participatory research project. The specialized knowledge and experience with American Indian Tribes ensures compliance with Tribal research protocols, maintains trust with our Tribal partners, and guides methodological decisions that are fundamental to meeting the grant's deliverables. The negative impact of not filling this position would be severe - the loss of expertise would jeopardize our ability to conduct culturally competent research with the Washoe Tribe, potentially compromise our partnership and project timeline, and could result in failure to meet NIH grant requirements.**QUALIFICATIONS:*** Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health, anthropology, social work, or related field* Demonstrated expertise and experience conducting research with American Indian Tribes* Proven track record of developing culturally appropriate methodology and research processes within Tribal partnerships* Deep understanding of Tribal sovereignty, research ethics, and community-based participatory research principles* Experience navigating Tribal IRB processes and research approval protocols* Strong understanding of federal regulations and ethical considerations in Tribal research* Experience with NIH-funded research projects* Publications demonstrating culturally responsive research with Indigenous communities* Established relationships with Tribal communities* Experience with advance care planning or end-of-life care research* Familiarity with qualitative and mixed-methods research approaches **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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