Research Project Manager, Neurology

Position: Research Project Manager, Neurology      

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Project Manager will be responsible for managing a research study(ies) including protocol design, implementation and tools required to satisfy a business or social goal or a scientific objective.  Major responsibilities include working with the study team to develop study protocols, assessment instruments, and Institutional Review Board protocols; monitoring study implementation at all study sites; preparing and assisting development of manuscripts and presentations; and ensuring compliance with reporting to grant funding institutes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

(These generally will be required but may not always apply based on department-specific needs):

The Research Project Manager is responsible for leading research projects to satisfy a defined goal or scientific objective. Duties include the following:

Project Management

• Works closely with the Clinical Trial Manager to plan and implement research projects and section responsibilities as outlined by the Medical Director.
• Coordinates/facilitates the research project life cycle, including initiation, development, and implementation of various complex experimentation projects. Assists with coordinating early research activities, training research staff, and completing investigational forms.
• Coordinates research teams, and manages research project timelines, to ensure research trials or milestones are completed within the specified and in line with annual objectives.
• Meets regularly with stakeholders, including research staff, clients and study teams, to collect and communicate business and research requirements, and set expectations for research-related work.
• Participates in research and project management deliverables, including project plans and research schedules, competitive intelligence reports, progress reports and investigational applications.

Research Coordination

• Works with research teams (on site and/or off-site), and the project and research directors, to coordinate research initiatives.
• Works with the research team to facilitate & ensure protocol adherence, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
• Collects data, summarizes and interprets research data.
• Collaborates with Principal / Co-Investigators to author journal articles and to present findings at research seminars, study groups and conferences.

Administrative Duties

• Assists the Clinical Trial Manager with purchasing, invoices and accounts payable for the department.  Assists the Principal Investigator with monitoring expenses, facilitating contracts, ordering materials and documenting all approved variances.
• Liaisons with Institutional Review Board (IRB) for submissions, correspondence, and regulatory binders, including administrative amendments.
• Assists with development and writing of proposals to obtain funding for ongoing and future research activities.
• Performs administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DMSB. Responsible for all other administrative duties related to research activities.

Other Duties

• Engages in clinical study assessments as appropriate.
• Participates in community outreach initiatives

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Requires Masters Degree (or equivalent combination of education and years of research experience)
• Master's Degree + 3 years of research experience (Bachelor's Degree + 5 years can be substituted)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, have exceptional oral communications and writing skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, including budgeting, planning, execution, delivery, quality assurance, and reporting.
• Experience in data analysis and manuscript preparation is helpful.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Power Point, and Excel is essential.
• Must be a proactive problem solver with superb planning, program coordination, and leadership skills.

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

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