Research Program Manager I

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement

Differentials

Bonuses

Recognition programs

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the Neuro-Oncology Program, coordinating complex research, clinical and strategic initiatives with faculty leadership and cross‑functional teams.

You will manage the full project lifecycle from planning through reporting, monitor milestones and budgets, identify risks, and collaborate with grants management, finance, and research administration to advance program priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 2–3 years of program management experience required.
• Strong leadership and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Leads program and project teams and coordinates cross-project initiatives.
• Manages data collection, analyses data, and prepares reports to support programs.
• Identifies risks and develops mitigation strategies.
• Monitors progress and budget, addressing deviations.
• Provides operational leadership and collaboration across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing all aspects of a program and corresponding projects. Implements initiatives that support alignment with organizational goals and strategic planning. Leads the communication and collaboration with stakeholders. Develops the program schedule, budget, and various program and project plan details. Analyzes data, prepares reports, and provides regular updates to program leadership. Identifies and escalates issues and risks and recommends solutions. Leads and provides guidance and support to other administrative team members.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Leads program and project teams and coordinates and delegates cross-project initiatives.
• Conducts research, manages and analyzes data in systems, and develops reports and presentations to support programs.
• Identify potential risks, issues, and challenges associated with programs and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Monitor program progress and proactively address deviations from plans, timelines, or budgets.
• Manages the program budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Program Management Experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate and delegate tasks, manage timelines, and drive results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with medical professionals, faculty, and staff at all levels.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

The Program Manager supports the mission of the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute by providing operational leadership and program management for the Neuro-Oncology Program. This role partners closely with faculty leadership to coordinate complex research, clinical, and strategic initiatives that advance the Neuro-Oncology program's goals while fostering collaboration across the Cancer Institute and Mass General Brigham.

Embedded within the Neuro-Oncology Program and supported by the MGB Cancer Institute's centralized Program Management Office, the Program Manager is part of a collaborative team of program management professionals who leverage shared expertise, standardized tools and processes, operational resources, and cross-coverage to support Cancer Institute programs. This team-based model provides consistency, continuity, and scalable operational support while enabling each Program Manager to serve as a dedicated partner to their assigned program.

The Program Manager manages medium- to large-scale projects across the full project lifecycle-from planning and implementation through monitoring, evaluation, and reporting-and serves as the primary operational point of coordination for the Neuro-Oncology Program. Working closely with faculty, research administration, grants management, finance, clinical research teams, and institutional partners, the Program Manager ensures initiatives remain on track, removes operational barriers, and provides the structure and follow-through needed to execute program priorities. The role requires exceptional project management skills, strong organizational and communication abilities, experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives, and the ability to build productive relationships across multidisciplinary teams.

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

149 Thirteenth Street Building 149

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual

Grade

6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

• competitive base pay
• comprehensive benefits
• career advancement opportunities
• differentials
• premiums and bonuses
• recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.