Clinical Research Program Manager

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

The Cancer and Well-being Research Program (CARE) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital is
recruiting a full-time Clinical Research Program Manager to join its multidisciplinary team. The
program manager will work closely with the principal investigator in collaboration with a
diverse group of researchers (oncologists, palliative care clinicians, psychiatrists, psychologists)
to oversee the day-to-day administration of program activities. The program manager will
contribute to the development of study protocols and procedures, and the preparation and
submission of research manuscripts, abstracts, and grant applications. The program manager
will be responsible for hiring and onboarding new staff as well as maintaining a working
knowledge of clinical research conduct to support study-related activities and initiatives across
the program locally and nationally.

 

BA/BS degree required
• Minimum of 2 years of management experience required

Research and program responsibilities will include the following:
• Collaborate with the principal investigator to oversee all laboratory projects
• Work closely with the principal investigator on grant submissions, including summarizing
grant instructions and required elements, assisting with writing research proposals,
developing templates for required documents, and collecting required documentation
from investigators and study sites
• Assist with manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals, including performing
literature reviews, outlining study methods and findings, and editing manuscripts prior to
submission
• Assist with abstract and presentation submissions for local, regional, national, and
international conferences
• Assist with writing protocols for CARE studies, including Institutional Review Board
applications and informed consent documents, as well as defining project timelines and
maintaining study amendments and continuing reviews
• Collaborate with the principal investigator to develop standard operating procedures and
templates to improve efficiency and consistency across all studies
• Oversee all Institutional Review Board communications regarding projects
• Monitor progression of clinical trials against project milestones
• Oversee all study procedures, compliance, and communication with all collaborating
institutions for multi-site trials
• Oversee all data collection in collaboration with clinical research coordinators for accuracy
and compliance
• Oversee internal and external audits and coordinate all processes with Data Safety and Monitoring Boards for all clinical trials

• Act as the point of contact for CARE members to provide direction and guidance regarding
day-to-day issues and activities as well as interpretation of hospital and regulatory policies
• Maintain centralized training records for all research staff
• Maintain and update CARE email distribution lists and manage the CARE meeting
schedule, including presentations, journal clubs, and guest speakers
• Work with the Development Office to support activities for CARE donors, including Patient
Advisory Councils
• Oversee program website to ensure content is current and accurate; manage CARE study
email accounts and respond to inquiries; submit study team reimbursements
Management responsibilities will include the following:
• Manage hiring process for new clinical research coordinators and project manager positions
• Onboard and oversee new research staff, interns, and volunteers
• Serve as liaison regarding issues related to human resources
• Assess computer equipment acquisition and training needs
• Manage CARE research space
• Oversee system access and support the use of research technology systems
• Perform other managerial and administrative responsibilities as assigned to support the
evolving needs of the CARE research program
 

 

• Master’s degree or PhD preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of research experience preferred
 

 

Onsite

 

60 Fenwood Road

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

- /

 

Grade

8

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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