Program Manager, Clinical Translational, Research Institute

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Medical Campus is hiring a Program Manager for Clinical Translational work within the BU CTSI. The role supports programs across Community Engagement, Workforce Development, Data Science, and Services & Resources, with emphasis on communication and stakeholder collaboration.

You will coordinate multi-stakeholder efforts, assist with administration and grants, and help disseminate BU CTSI initiatives and outcomes to internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in program management.
• 2 years of related program management experience in academic, healthcare, or research settings.
• Experience in communications, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience with AI/Chat technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication with adaptable messaging.
• Experience with social media management and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support for BU CTSI programs across focus areas (Community Engagement; Workforce Development; Data Science; Services & Resources).
• Administrative and grant support; manage special projects as needed.
• Coordinate dissemination and implementation activities across BU CTSI networks.
• As part of the Collaborative, align program needs with objectives and CQI/D&I teams.

Skills

Project planning

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Excel

AI/Chat tools

Data management

CMS experience

Social media tools

Graphic design basics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AI/Chat platforms

Content Management System

Canva/Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Program Manager, Clinical Translational, Research Institute

Category

Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional

Job Location

Tracking Code

26501027420805

Posted Date

8/12/2026

Salary Grade

Grade 48

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$65,000.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$83,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

The Boston University Clinical and Translational Science Institute (BU CTSI is seeking to hire Three Program Managers to join our Program Manager's Collaborative, a team-based approach to program management that fosters shared responsibility, collaborative decision-making, and alignment with organizational priorities.

The Collaborative is comprised of seven Program Managers who work across the BU CTSI to support our vision: to pioneer a sustainable, inclusive research ecosystem that stimulates novel approaches to Translational Science, which in turn accelerates research that brings therapeutic agents and interventions more efficiently and effectively to all patients.

The BU CTSI supports this vision by fostering collaboration and innovation in the generation of reproducible, groundbreaking scientific knowledge, then accelerating dissemination and implementation across translational science.

The Program Managers provide comprehensive program support for BU CTSI programs across the following focus areas:

• Community Engagement
• Workforce Development
• Data Science
• Services & Resources
• AI projects and overall technical support (works across all modules)

The PM Collaborative works together as a learning community to ensure that program needs align with stated objectives and participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Dissemination & Implementation (D&I) teams.

Areas of responsibility include:

Dissemination & Implementation:

As part of the Collaborative, the Program Manager will apply a multilevel approach across the broader community, our Partner the Boston Medical Center, our Main Collaborator VA Boston, Stakeholders and the CTSA Network to ensure impactful communication of BU CTSI initiatives, research outcomes, and institute achievements.

Program/Module Specific Responsibilities:

Provide program management support for the BU CTSI's Various programs (Community Engagement; Workforce Development; Data Science and Services and Resources) In addition, this position provides administrative and grant support and works on special projects as needed.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent work experience in program management.
• 2 years of related program management experience, preferably in academic, healthcare, or research settings.
• Demonstrated experience in communications, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Extensive experience with stakeholder engagement, team and relationship building.
• Strong project planning, administration, and management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills for working with data and datasets.
• Experience and proficiency with AI/Chat technology.
• Experience managing complex initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt messaging for various audiences.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and social media management tools.
• Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with visual content creation tools. (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar preferred)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Proficiency with social media management platforms and analytics tools.
• Experience with content management systems and website updates.
• Comfort with data entry and database management.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms and newsletter management tools.

Required Experience & Demonstrated Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Experience creating engaging written and visual content.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.