Project Manager II - NCCT Study Start-up Navigator

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health seeks an experienced research manager to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of multi-center studies across clinical sites. You will apply judgment to establish precedents and direct complex projects, ensuring compliance and timely completion.

You will collaborate with principal investigators, negotiate changes with sponsors, and supervise site personnel to support recruitment, data collection, and analyses for high-quality publications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science with two years' relevant administrative and medical experience in research projects or other health-related activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One-year experience in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operational activities at the clinical site(s) and coordinates the activities of a multi-center study or multiple large studies.
• Collaborates with principal investigators in developing plans for research projects and discussing interpretation of results; negotiates protocol changes with funding agency/sponsor.
• Assumes major responsibility for the successful and timely completion of tasks that comprise the implementation and analysis phases of a multi-center study.
• Coordinates the hiring of and provides direction to support staff; plans and coordinates training sessions for project personnel across sites; oversees recruitment, data collection, and follow-up activities.
• Translates planning and design decisions into concrete activities and tasks for project implementation and sets priorities for project implementation.
• Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data; manages preparation of progress reports and quality control monitoring; participates in analysis and publication of study data.
• Develops data collection forms, manuals, and other documents required for project implementation and evaluation.
• Ensures all aspects of study conduct adhere to protocol, contracts, and regulatory requirements; coordinates sponsor audits.

Skills

Excellent communication

Scientific principles

Experience in single- and multi-center

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science

Two years' relevant administrative and medical experience

Job description

Job Description

Under administrative review, performs management level work directed toward the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a multi-center study or multiple large studies. Requires the use of judgment and discretion in performing the assigned duties and responsibilities related to the project. These actions tend to establish precedents and direction for the project(s).

Job Description

Under administrative review, performs management level work directed toward the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a multi-center study or multiple large studies. Requires the use of judgment and discretion in performing the assigned duties and responsibilities related to the project.

Education/Experience

• Master's degree in Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science with two years' relevant administrative and medical experience in research projects or other health-related activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One-year experience in a supervisory capacity.

Essential Functions

• Oversees the operational activities at the clinical site(s) and coordinates the activities of a multi-center study or multiple large studies.
• Collaborates with principal investigator(s) in developing plans for research projects and to discuss the interpretation of results. Negotiates protocol changes with funding agency/sponsor.
• Assumes major responsibility for the successful and timely completion of the tasks that comprise the implementation and analysis phases of a multi-center study or multiple studies including planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinates the hiring of and provides direction to support staff. Plans and coordinates training sessions for project personnel located at the different clinical sites. Oversees recruitment, data collection, and follow-up activities.
• Translates planning and design decisions into concrete activities and tasks for project implementation and sets priorities for project implementation.
• Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data. Manages the preparation of progress reports and quality control monitoring; participate in the analysis of study data and the writing of scientific papers for publication.
• Develops data collection forms, procedural manuals, and other documents required for project implementation and evaluation.
• Ensures that all aspects of the following are completed: a. Study is conducted in accordance to the study protocol and contract b. Legal aspects adhere to state and federal regulations and guidelines c. Requirements of the Medical School and the University comply with the conduct of the study d. Technical requirements of the funding agency are met, including auditing requirements
• Conducts site visits to evaluate staff and study activities. Coordinates sponsor audits.
• Represents the project to all related community agencies and organizations, serving as the study's liaison, spokesperson, and representative.
• Conducts meetings and visits with potential study sponsors to promote WFUHS as a study site.
• Attends and participates in national and local meetings related to the planning, operation, and evaluation of the study.
• Assists industry representatives (pharmaceutical, device, etc.) in planning and implementing future studies due to extensive knowledge in the specific field of research.
• Responsible for developing and monitoring the study budget(s). Compiles and prepares financial progress reports. Tracks payments by sponsors, assuring correct amount received for each participant and testing.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientific principles
• Experience in both single- and multi-center studies

Work Environment

• Clean, well lit office environment