Senior Research Project Lead

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

PSLF opportunity

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

University of Minnesota is seeking a Research Professional 3 to lead and coordinate complex research initiatives across multidisciplinary teams. You will manage study operations, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee data collection and analysis, and support dissemination of findings within timelines and budgets.

Applicants should have a strong background in project management, IRB processes, and research methodology, with experience using REDCap and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus four (4) years of relevant research experience, or advanced degree plus at least two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling eight (8) years.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating research studies or projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experence working with institutional review boards.
• Knowledge of IRB processes and human subjects research regulations.
• Experience using research and analytical software such as REDCap.
• Expereince with other research tools, ETHOS, Oncore, Smartsheets, EPIC, REDCap, UMN Box, e-Florence Regulatory Binders.
• Project Management.
• Research Methodology.
• Data Analysis.
• Regulatory Compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement.
• Communication and Collaboration.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving.
• Teamwork and Cross-Functional Collaboration.
• Ability to Work Independently and Take Ownership of Assigned Research Projects.
• Self-Direction, Initiative, and Accountability.

Responsibilities

• Research Project Management (30%) – Coordinate and participate in day-to-day operations for multiple research studies and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, work plans, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with study protocols and funding requirements.
• Facilitate communication among investigators, collaborators, staff, and community partners.
• Support grant proposal development, reporting, and project planning activities.
• Research Design and Implementation (25%) – Assist in study design, protocol development, Consent development and research methodology according to UMN policies and procedures.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, enrollment, consent, retention, and data collection activities.
• Implement research procedures according to established protocols.
• Data Management and Analysis (20%) – Oversee data collection, entry, quality assurance, and database management.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate software and research methods.
• Prepare summaries, ct.gov reports and presentations to faculty and staff about the studies assigned.
• Ensure data integrity in oncore, box and REDCap and support dissemination of research findings.
• Regulatory Compliance and Administration (15%) – Prepare and manage Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews.
• Maintain research documentation and regulatory records. Including the department folders in Florence e-binders.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.
• Monitor adherence to data security and confidentiality standards.
• Collaboration and Professional Development (10%) – Foster productive relationships with faculty, staff, clinical partners, and community stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and training to research staff, students, and volunteers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of research processes and best practices.
• Participate in professional development and scholarly activities.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Project Management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years experience

Advanced degree + 2 years experience

Tools

REDCap

EPIC

Smartsheets

Oncore

UMN Box

e-Florence Regulatory Binders

Job description

University of Minnesota is seeking a Research Professional 3 to lead and coordinate complex research initiatives across multidisciplinary teams. You will manage study operations, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee data collection and analysis, and support dissemination of findings within timelines and budgets.

Applicants should have a strong background in project management, IRB processes, and research methodology, with experience using REDCap and related tools.