Healthcare Technical Project Manager
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 117056 - 136500
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AIR is currently seeking a Healthcare Technical Project Manager. The Technical Project Manager will play a key role in supporting the successful execution of complex multi-disciplinary projects by managing timelines resources deliverables and communication across teams. This role ensures that project goals are met efficiently and effectively while maintaining alignment with AIRs standards and client expectations.
The Technical Project Manager will report to AIRs Healthcare Innovations Team which supports high-quality implementation and produces rigorous evidence on the effectiveness of new approaches to care and paymenttranslating findings into actionable insights for policymakers payers providers and patients.
This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIRsU.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington Virginia the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Project Directors and Task Leaders to plan execute and monitor project tasks timelines and deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including standard templates workflows and processes aligned with AIRs best practices and contractual requirements.
- Track project progress using tools such as Jira updating dashboards and ensuring timely completion of tasks and tickets.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for project planning implementation and reporting.
- Forecast and analyze project data synthesizing insights into reports and visualizations to inform decision-making.
- Monitor project benchmarks and performance indicators identifying risks and recommending adjustments as needed.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate communication to ensure alignment and accountability.
- Support resource planning and allocation to optimize team performance and meet project goals.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline project management practices.
- Ensure compliance with internal standards and client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications:
Education Knowledge and Experience
- Bachelors degree in public policy economics education psychology political science communications or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management data analysis and staffing processes; or an advanced degree (MBA MPA) with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
- Experience working on CMS projects especially with multidisciplinary health services research teams conducting program evaluations and/or program implementations.
- Experience managing technical or data-driven projects is preferred but not required.
- PMP certification is preferred but not required.
Skills
- Effective communication skills for efficient collaboration in a virtual environment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt to changing project needs.
- Excellent judgment attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to build strong relationships across teams and with clients.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Jira Microsoft Project Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Commitment to quality continuous improvement and delivering high-impact results.
Disclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age race color religion sex gender gender identity/expression sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability please send an email to Taliba Boone at call 202.403.5000.
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Anticipated Annual Salary Range
$117056.53 - $136500 USD
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance organization working to solve some of the most urgent challe ... View more
