Research Program Administrator

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 67,724 - 111,716; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Providence, Rhode Island is seeking a Research Program Administrator to coordinate various federally funded research projects. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, compliance with regulations, and budget management.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree and six years of relevant experience. You will be responsible for managing grant preparation and regulatory affairs while supporting the academic mission of the Emergency Medicine Department.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in relevant field required.
• At least six years of experience in the required field.
• Tracking experience in research regulations and clinical research.
• Experience dealing with vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates research projects and ensures compliance.
• Administers day-to-day research operations.
• Develops and maintains protocol approval status.
• Supervises research teams and conducts performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Training skills

Knowledge of research regulations

Budgeting

Data management

Education

Master’s Degree in public or hospital administration or biomedical sciences

Job description

Overview

Reports to the Research Center Manager. The Research Program Administrator coordinates and facilitates program objectives of all federally funded clinical research projects and other pharmaceutical and foundation supported studies within established short and long‑term goals. Coordinates the research related projects within the department. Administers programs and day‑to‑day research operations including grant management, grant preparation financial activities, regulatory affairs, program and protocol development, quality assurance and data management. Establishes systems and procedures for smooth coordination of the research activities. Supports the academic mission of the Emergency Medicine Department of Research.

Responsibilities

• Assists investigators with development, design and data management specifics of research studies.
• Coordinates the research activities of the work group and collaborates projects within the department.
• Ensures compliance in the regulatory aspects of the research activities.
• Assists research investigators in budgeting and managing financial accounts effectively within the guidelines and policies established by the Hospital as well as sponsoring agencies.
• Resolves problems as required.
• Creates and maintains an effective, productive grants management team.
• Monitors the research through internal audits and collaborates with the resources of the Brown University Health Office of Grants and Contracts to ensure adherence to protocols and procedures and alignment with relevant programs.
• Develops and maintains complete records of protocol approval status and annual reviews.
• Coordinates all required submissions related to protocol, physicians and procedures to the Research Projections Office, Office of Research Administration (RPO).
• Monitors all studies in the area of responsibility to ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and federal regulations, including documentation and consenting procedures.
• Develops and maintains accurate fiscal reports on status of research activities and distributes to research investigators and leadership as requested.
• Assists in timely completion of institutional and funding agency reports, forecasts and reviews financial status of grant monies with investigators, ensuring timely submission of information necessary to comply with hospital, state, federal and funding institution regulations.
• Supports department mentorship programs and professional development.
• Participates in coordination and oversight of projects and initiatives that serve the needs of training, educating and career development for faculty and center staff.
• Supervises Department Grants and Contracts team including hiring, training and coordination of work assignments.
• Conducts performance reviews for staff and monitors adherence to protocol and procedures.
• Reviews and approves time and attendance entries for staff.
• Meets on a regular basis with departmental management as needed.
• Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational opportunities and literature.
• Other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in public or hospital administration or biomedical sciences is required.
• At least six years of experience in the required field, with three or more years of progressively responsible experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, training skills, knowledge of research regulations and ability to work with collaborative groups.
• Experience in working with the subject population and demonstrative knowledge of Federal regulations pertaining to clinical research using human subjects, especially vulnerable populations.
• Experience with federal regulations, grant management, budgeting, financial reporting and data management.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and Good Clinical Practice regulatory compliance.

Pay Range

$67,724.80–$111,716.80

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Rhode Island Hospital – 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

M‑F 8:00 am‑4:30 pm

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No