Manager, research projects job description

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Project Manager for the Office Institutional Research. The Research Project Manager reports to the Associate Director and the Director of Data Analytics and Management and provides support for the office's core activity of capturing, extracting, analyzing, and reporting data on faculty, students, staff and other critical academic, physical and financial information for leadership decision-making purposes and external reporting requirements.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Performs professional work that requires specialized to general knowledge of the field of institutional research, and a solid understanding, use, and application of concepts, theories, principles, practices, and terminology of this area of specialization. Support designing and/or administering internal and external surveys as well as conducting analyses and producing reports on survey results. Develop and assess statistical models to support decision making in various areas, including enrollment management, academic program review, academic outcomes (retention/graduation), and other institutional priorities. Collect and synthesize a wide variety of qualitative and quantitative data (academic, financial, operational, market, demographic) from disparate internal and external sources to generate useful and actionable insights that influence decision-making processes. Create of appropriate institutional metrics, with detailed documentation and databases for all work performed. Manage both cross-sectional and longitudinal data and maintenance of data security working with other office staff. Establish a framework for research and evaluative projects and processes, using both qualitative and quantitative research and data analyses. Manage assigned projects and workflow, providing status reports to supervisors. Deliver and maintain data reports, reconciles data discrepancies, and provides accurate and timely data.



Minimum Education and Experience



Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, statistics, social science, or in a related scientific field. A minimum of five years of relevant experience in higher education or a social science field combined with some higher education experience.



Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities



Knowledge of data management and data analysis software. Statistical programming skills (Stata, SPSS , or R, etc.) and experience with visualization tools (Tableau, etc.). Excellent analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills. The ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills; the ability to work collaboratively and collegiality with faculty and staff. Ability to work independently; and the ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives on data usage.



Overview


Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

The Research Project Manager (RPM) is responsible for assigned day-to-day coordination and overall management of sponsor activities for assigned clinical trials; primarily multi-center, PI-initiated trials. Sponsor activities include coordinating trial startup and site startup activities, providing training to participating site research staff, regulatory submissions, safety event tracking and reporting, deviation/violation tracking and reporting, participant accrual tracking and reporting, conducting teleconferences, vendor management, coordinating communication with regulatory authorities and manufacturers, etc. The RPM will be responsible to report on his or her defined deliverables, to identify variances in project plan and to develop contingency plans when necessary to keep project milestones on track. The RPM will have a dual report in to their disease group manager and PIs and to CTO Leadership to develop and implement strategies that will ensure compliance, consistency, and accountability in all assigned clinical research activities conducted at DFCI. Specific tasks and responsibilities are varied and dependent upon project aims, scope and duration.

A Research Project Manager may also be assigned to oversee various operational and training aspects of the EPIC / OnCore application used by the DFCI Research Enterprise. The RPM will work closely and collaboratively with a variety of faculty and staff at all levels throughout DFCI/BWH, and also will work in collaboration with the OnCore IS team and other key stakeholders. The RPM will develop infrastructure, procedures, and tracking systems for project management services performed. Project management responsibilities would include coordinating the on boarding of new research staff training, maintaining workflows, facilitating all questions related to OnCore and defining grant and research specific reporting for the DFCI. The RPM will be supervised and supported by the Director of Operations to develop and implement strategies that will ensure compliance, consistency, and accountability in all assigned clinical research activities conducted within the system at DFCI. This individual is responsible for creating a proactive, knowledgeable and cohesive project management platform that will support the research community.

This position is 4-5 days remote. Only applicants living in a New England state at the time of employment will be considered. Candidates must have the ability to work from our Boston, MA office for onsite days.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

The Research Project Manager I will work independently under general supervision of a more senior manager within their disease group and or the Clinical Trials Office. This position may be responsible for some or all of the following:
1. Responsible for day-to-day oversight and management of assigned projects.
2. Responsible for development and maintenance of Trial Master File (TMF),
3. Assists PI with protocol and consent form development for initial application and with subsequent amendment changes.
4. Initiates, plans, facilitates and oversees the research project start-up, active and close out phases; for PI Initiated / Multi Center.
5. Responsible for Case Report Form design with PI directives. Maintain study-related databases, and prepare protocol-related reports as needed.
6. May be responsible for scheduling research team meetings and conference calls, facilitating mailings and other project-related administrative tasks.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Bachelor's degree required in a field relevant to clinical research, and 3 - 5 years experience with project management and experience working on clinical trials (multi-center, oncology trials preferred). Experience in an academic institution and proven history of success in clinical research field is preferred. Must have knowledge of regulatory affairs, research ethics and the responsible conduct of research.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

We are seeking a Clinical Research Project Manager to work in the Division of Alcohol, Drugs and Addiction at McLean Hospital under the supervision of R. Kathryn McHugh, PhD.The Project Manager will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers on a large clinical trial initiative being developed and conducted through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Clinical Trials Network (CTN) to examine long term outcomes of individuals with substance use disorders.Reporting to and working directly with the study PI (Dr. McHugh) at McLean Hospital, the Project Manager will ensure that the research project is conducted per study protocol and in accordance with applicable research policies and regulations.The Project Manager provides oversight of multi-center research studies and may be responsible for the following activities: developing agendas and presentations for all meetings, providing oversight of research assistants who run study visits, assisting the grants' manager with research financials, coordinating study participant recruitment efforts, on-boarding of new RA's hiring/training and orientation to the department, auditing of regulatory and study participant binders, coordinating research data collection follow-up activities, maintaining relationships with multiple study sites as needed, and corresponding with regulatory authorities (IRB).The Project Manager will also provide day to day operational guidance as well as working with the PI to strategize for longer term issues.Has responsibility for working and communicating with the other members of the research project team and working cooperatively with staff at the study central Data and Statistics Center and the central Clinical Coordinating Center for the NIDA CTN.

McLean Hospital maintains the largest neuroscience and psychiatry research program of any private psychiatric hospital in the United States and was recently named the #1 Hospital in the country for psychiatric care by U.S. News and World Report.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the coordination and implementation of research design process and study protocol at one or multiple sites, including regular communication with study staff regarding pertinent aspects of study progress, protocol changes, etc. Executes the procedural, managerial, and policy decisions made for the study. Participates in all decisions made for the study and the formulation of policies and standard operating procedures.Identifies modifications needed to the study protocol and/or procedures and works to implement solutions. Responsible for proper and timely correspondence with regulatory authorities (Mass General Brigham IRB). Responsible for the development and oversight of project budget in collaboration with grants manager. Participates in writing grant proposals, preparing presentations and developing relevant manuscripts for publication. Serves as the primary contact for outside vendors utilized to ensure efficient operation of the study. Responsible for the oversight of all supplies, equipment, and files. Participate in HR issues on the project including hiring, evaluation, discipline, training, and orientation of staff.May have direct responsibility and/or provide support for supervision. Directly responds to inquiries regarding study protocol and policy.Serves as liaison to internal and external stakeholders. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree required with a minimum of five years of experience in a clinical research-related field. Masters Degree in Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs or a related field strongly preferred. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :
High-level of responsibility and accountability for the research project. Must be able to make independent, effective decisions in appropriate situations. Must demonstrate discretion and independent judgement and provide comprehensive support for a complex research project. Excellent judgement and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to supervise others effectively. Strong organizational skills to formulate and complete vigorous timetables and meet the complex financial restrictions of the contract. Knowledge of grant procedures and funding. Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

Will orient and train new staff members when necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Available for occasional travel locally and nationally.

EEO Statement
It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment
and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran
status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or a condition related to pregnancy
including, but not limited to, lactation or the need to express breast milk for a nursing child, or any other basis that would
be in violation of any applicable law or regulation.