Program Manager Medical Research- Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic

Job Title

Description

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.

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).

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

Research Program Development

• Develop and expand the hospital’s 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

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

Scholarly Activity Support

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

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

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

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: Master’s 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