Research Project Manager

About the Role

The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) within the Mongan Institute is seeking an intellectually curious and highly organized individual with supervisory experience to serve as a Research Program and Project Manager. This role focuses on Dr. Aima Ahonkhai’s multidisciplinary portfolio of domestic and global studies centered on health equity, community-engaged intervention development, implementation science, and improving care for people living with or at risk for HIV.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple research projects and programs, ensuring timely execution of study activities and deliverables.
• Partner with investigators and leadership to support strategic planning, program development, and operational excellence.
• Supervise, mentor, and support research staff, including onboarding, training, and performance development.
• Oversee study operations, regulatory compliance, project tracking, and research administration activities.
• Support grant development and the preparation of scientific, programmatic, and funder-facing deliverables.
• Represent the program in meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, monitor, and manage projects from initiation through completion.
• Secure required resources and use formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks, and changes.
• Ensure projects are completed on-time, within specifications, and within budget.
• Communicate regularly on project status with project stakeholders.
• Own project plans for medium to large-scale projects and provide guidance to project coordinators.
• Identify potential risks early, analyze possible impact, and develop mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study (required).
• 2-3 years of project management experience (required).
• 3+ years of experience in research, healthcare, public health, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience managing complex projects, timelines, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with community partners and diverse stakeholders.
• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Experience with grant administration and research operations.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff.
• Background in public health, clinical research, epidemiology, or health outcomes research.
• Familiarity with REDCap and statistical software (R, SAS, or Stata).

Skills

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute projects effectively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

In addition to competitive base pay, Mass General Brigham offers comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

Pay

$63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Employee Type: Regular

Work Location

100 Cambridge Street (Onsite)