Research Project Manager, Infectious Diseases

The Research Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the research project operations programmatic operations and post-award grant management of internal domestic research projects under the direction of senior managers and Principal Investigators. The Research Project Manager will focus on (1) research/QI project operations including working with the study team to develop study protocols review data components and analysis and provide support for Institutional Review Board protocols; they will also monitor study implementation assist with manuscripts and presentations and ensure compliance with reporting to NIH; and (2) post-award grant management including tracking expenditures on grant accounts calculating budget projections facilitating contracting paperwork and assisting with financial reporting; they will also prepare materials for progress reports carry-forward requests changes in key personnel effort and budget justifications. The Research Project Manager will assist PI in submitting budgets for grant proposal on all aspects of the study. They may assist with hiring and supervising research support staff working on a full time part time or temporary basis. (3) Program management responsibilities include administrative oversight and operational planning.

Position: Research Project Manager

Department: Infectious Diseases

Location: Boston MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week On-site

POSITION SUMMARY:

The I-CARE (Infectious Complications Assessment and Research) lab at Boston Medical Center/ Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with or at-risk for infections such as HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) collaborators include physicians epidemiologists policy makers and public health officials.

The Research Program Manager is responsible for planning and managing the overall execution of research initiatives by the PI including meeting necessary quality budget and timeline targets and making or recommending operational strategies and/or decisions (with input from study team and PI) in support of achieving research objectives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research Project Implementation

Works with the PI to recommend create and implement changes across research portfolio.

Provide program-level direction to study coordinators on the development of protocols SOP/MOPs data collection procedures clinical and data quality management plans data collection instruments and training materials.

Work with the research team to facilitate & ensure protocol adherence data and clinical quality assurance activities timely and accurate data collection and timeline adherence to achieve study goals.

Provides input on data cleaning and analysis across research portfolio. Assist investigators with the interpretation of data collected and preparation of study reports.

Ensure recruitment goals are met and contribute to developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies.

Work with PI and research team to develop presentations abstracts and manuscripts with lead or co-authorship opportunities.

Regulatory and Financial Management

Develop and submit annual progress reports for submission to all external funding agencies/sponsors (e.g. NIH).

Perform activities related to IRB protocols: 1) develop new protocols 2) submit amendments as needed 3) ensure investigators and staff are compliant with training regulations 4) track & report adverse events & 5) draft progress reports.

Works with PI to develop budgets.

Conduct regular budget tracking and forecasting.

Functions as a key liaison with funding sources and regulatory agencies. Ensures clear communication and compliance.

Administrative Support

Ensures the smooth integration of all study components.

Work with PI to prepare communications on progress of and findings from studies to external stakeholders.

Monitors guidelines and policies with the purpose of ensuring compliance with all government regulations as well as maintaining alignment with the organizations mission.

Coordinates monthly research meetings to review project status and progress discusses group topics of concern. Schedules and leads other meetings as needed.

Assists with identifying funding sources and in the preparation of grant proposals (literature searches develops budgets assembles supporting materials writes select sections and submits grant applications).

Personnel Management

Leads the selection of qualified employees for employment following all policies guidelines and applicable laws working with Program Director department managers and Human Resources.

Responsible for effective personnel management including training directing chairing meetings mentoring and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence.

Monitors productivity and performance to identify and evaluate research team strengths and training opportunities in relation to operational effectiveness.

Conducts employee performance evaluations and disciplines when appropriate to include termination with appropriate supportive documentation as per established policy.

Maintains personnel files for all assigned staff including current CV current job description core competency ratings mandatory education requirements continuing education requirements and yearly performance evaluation/goals and objectives.

Maintains time off records; processes all payroll requests action forms time cards andvendor/sub-contractorbilling.

Assists with orientation and supervision of graduate interns (e.g. public health or medical students) residents and research assistants rotating through the department.

(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:

• Masters Degree 3 years of research experience (Bachelors Degree 5 years can be substituted)

• 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred

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 shouldnt dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail toor callto let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range:

$66000.00- $96000.00

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education experience skills and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs internal equity and addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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