Program Manager Medical Research- Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic

Full timeDay Shift

The Research Program Manager is responsible for the coordination and facilitation of clinical research for Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic North (Nazareth Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center) consistent with requirements of the Institutional Review Board and HIPAA requirements. The position requires a comprehensive and detailed understanding of research policies/protocols residency requirements and hospital policies as well as a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Title:Program Manager Medical Research

Employment Type:Full Time 40 hours per week

Shift:Day Shift
Location: St. Mary Medical Center

Position Purpose

• The Program Manager is responsible for the oversight coordination and growth of industry-sponsored clinical research within the hospital while also supporting the scholarly mission of Graduate Medical Education (GME).

As a Program Manager you will:

1. Industry-Sponsored Research Oversight

• Manage and facilitate all aspects of industry-sponsored clinical research studies from feasibility through study closeout
• Serve as the primary liaison between sponsors contract research organizations (CROs) investigators and hospital departments
• Coordinate study start-up activities including feasibility assessments budgeting contract negotiation support and regulatory submissions
• Ensure compliance with federal state and institutional guidelines (e.g. IRB FDA GCP)
• Monitor study progress enrollment targets timelines and financial performance
• Support audit readiness and ensure proper documentation and reporting requirements are met

2. Research Program Development

• Develop and expand the hospitals portfolio of industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated research
• Identify new research opportunities and partnerships aligned with institutional priorities
• Collaborate with leadership to establish goals metrics and strategic direction for research growth

3. Education & Mentorship in Research

• Mentor medical residents fellows and faculty in research design methodology and implementation
• Provide guidance on:
  • Study design
  • Protocol development
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Manuscript and abstract preparation
• Develop and deliver educational sessions workshops and seminars on research skills and scholarly activity
• Support residents and faculty in meeting ACGME scholarly activity requirements

4. Scholarly Activity Support

• Promote a culture of inquiry and academic scholarship across departments
• Track and report scholarly activity metrics (e.g. publications presentations grants)
• Assist clinicians with research project development including quality improvement and clinical research projects

5. GME Research Day Leadership

• Plan organize and execute an annual interdisciplinary GME Research Day
• Coordinate abstract submission review processes and judging criteria
• Engage faculty and external reviewers/judges
• Oversee event logistics scheduling poster/oral presentations and awards
• Ensure broad participation across specialties and disciplines

6. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure adherence to Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards and human subject protections
• Maintain knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and implement best practices
• Provide guidance on ethical research conduct and compliance

7. Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with hospital leadership department chairs GME leadership and research administration
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians educators and researchers
• Serve as a resource for research-related questions and problem-solving

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Masters degree required (e.g. Clinical Research Public Health Healthcare Administration or related field)
• Doctoral degree (PhD MD or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• 5 years of experience in clinical research with a strong focus on industry-sponsored trials
• Experience in an academic medical center or teaching hospital preferred
• Demonstrated experience mentoring trainees or faculty in research

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical dental vision mental health paid time off 403B educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance accident insurance hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

St. Mary Medical Centeris a beautiful 53-acrestate-of-the-artfacilitycomprisedof more than 700 physiciansnearly 3000colleagues and 1100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and . Mary attracts top doctors introducescutting-edgetechnologiesand implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves including thenearly630000residentsof Bucks County

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.