Clinical Research Project Manager, ADRD, DL, Hybrid

Description - External

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Project Manager (PM) will support a study funded by the National Institutes of Health. The purpose of the study is to carry out a randomized controlled trial of pre-enrolled home hospital intervention for patients living with dementia. The study will evaluate the efficacy of pre-enrollment in home hospital on quality of life, cost, quality, experience, and many other metrics to determine efficacy.

The PM will manage a team of clinical research coordinators and provide coordination and oversight for the day-to-day operations of the study. The PM will assist in training clinical research coordinators with guidance from the principal investigator. The PM will ensure multiple internal and external stakeholders across multiple organizations are all coordinated. The PM will be expected to use a project management methodology, maintain documentation of project plans, timelines, and progress reports, and ensure all study team members are supported and carrying out their tasks. The PM will support team communication and initiatives. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, writing skills, problem-solving skills, strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and a high level of professionalism. Experience managing research projects and an understanding of health information technology are preferred. Experience in the field of medicine and/or neuropsychology is preferred.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Work closely with the Principal Investigator and other staff to plan and implement all phases of the studies.

* Provide oversight and management for day-to-day operations on behalf of the project leadership and staff.

* Prepare IRB protocols and documents, amendments and continuing reviews as well as maintaining compliance with IRB requirements.

* Work with research team to assist the study sites in their IRB submissions/protocols

* Train and supervise clinical research coordinators.

* Project management, including the development and documentation of project plans, timelines, resource needs, and progress reports.

* Motivate individuals involved to perform their work in an exemplary fashion.

* Work with senior staff members to ensure communication and smooth information flow among involved parties.

* Facilitate meetings, including preparing meeting materials, sending out agendas, completing meeting minutes, communicating effectively with members, and supporting leadership to drive initiatives forward.

* Develop spreadsheets, diagrams, and/or process maps to document needs and progress.

* Support communication broadly to multiple stakeholder communities.

* Lead progress reports to the funding agency.

* Communicate with the multiple sites participating in the research study.

* Assist with the preparation of formal research reports and manuscripts for publication in professional journals and presentation at national/international conferences.

* Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

* Work independently and maintain comprehensive and consistent documentation.

* Perform other duties as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Professional office and clinical setting. Travel between sites and into the home will be required to supervise clinical research coordinators.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible research work experience. Prior supervisory experience required.
• Experience in healthcare research including supervisory/project management and team coordination preferred.
• Experience with data management, including using MS Office, REDCap, and electronic health records.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent interpersonal skills required for working with project leadership, clinicians, and staff in a professional and respectful manner
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish study goals through collaborative efforts
• Experience in project management preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills and creativity in innovation
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and creativity in innovation
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to complete work and meet deadlines
• Ability to think creatively about improving healthcare delivery

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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