Research Project Manager, Infectious Diseases

About the role

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) co-infection. Our collaborators include physicians, epidemiologists, policy makers, and public health officials.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Ensures the smooth integration of all study components.
• Work with PI to prepare communications on progress of and findings from studies to external stakeholders.
• Maintains guidelines and policies with the purpose of ensuring compliance with all government regulations, as well as maintaining alignment with the organization's 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).
• 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.
• Maintains 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 and vendor/sub-contractor billing.
• Assists with orientation and supervision of graduate interns (e.g. public health or medical students), residents and research assistants rotating through the department.

Requirements

• Master's Degree + 3 years of research experience (Bachelor's Degree + 5 years can be substituted)
• 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred

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.

Pay

$66,000.00 - $96,000.00

Schedule

40 hours per week, On-site

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 shouldn't dictate health.

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