Program Manager - Boston, United States - Spaulding Rehabilitation
Description
Program Manager (Hybrid DescriptionPosition Overview:
The mission of the Spaulding Neurorehabilitation Laboratory (SNL), directed by Dr. Joseph T.
Giacino, Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School, is to develop more precise diagnostic and prognostic assessment methods, and more effective treatment interventions, to maximize recovery and improve quality of life for persons with acquired brain injury.
Areas of focus include the development of high-precision instruments and approaches to outcome assessment, neuromodulatory treatment interventions and knowledge translation.
Examples of SNL projects include:
The Spaulding-Harvard Traumatic Brain Injury Model System; one of 16 centers in the U.S., making up the largest and longest running longitudinal study of TBI in the world.
Outcomes Core Lead for the nations largest prospective TBI study, Transforming Research and Clinical Knowledge in Traumatic Brain Injury (TRACK-TBI).More information about the SNL can be reviewed at are recruiting an experienced and highly motivated individual with strong research management skills to serve as Program Manager for the lab.
This person is primarily responsible for operational management of a large and diverse portfolio of research activities, including federal, industry and foundation-funded multicenter clinical trials and observational studies.
They will communicate with various internal and external stakeholders and will oversee the finances and regulatory compliance of the lab.
The Program Manager works with and under the direction of the Laboratory Director.Key Responsibilities:
General AdministrativeEnsures fluent day-to-day implementation of all laboratory operationsDemonstrates knowledge of, and compliance with all regulations pertinent to research activitiesCoordinates development and implementation of manuals of operating procedures and training certificationsTracks and disseminates RFA/RFP announcementsOversees preparation and response to audit findings and recommendationsCoordinates and develops agendas for weekly laboratory meetingsFinancialDevelops and manages the SNLs budget, working closely with departmental administrative staff and pre- and post-award personnel in grants and contracts office, and assuring compliance with all contract/subcontract terms and conditionsProtocol Preparation, Implementation, & ReviewInitiates and participates in development of new grant proposals and helps to prepare related documentationPrepares budgets/justifications for all new submissionsPrepares IRB applications and monitors continuing review timelinesCoordinates preparation of informed consent documents, case report forms (CRFs), regulatory binders, enrollment logs, and drug/device accountability logsPost-Award ActivitiesDevelops a full understanding of all aspects of study protocols and assists PI in communicating responsibilities and requirements to study staffEstablishes and organizes study filesConduct of ResearchContributes to scientific activities/research studies in accord with academic training and professional backgroundMaintains effective and ongoing communication with sponsors, IRB, research participants, and PIAssists with development, implementation and evaluation of recruitment strategies and enrollment targetsAssists with adverse event reporting and data quality assuranceAssists the Principal Investigator in submission of accurate and timely closeout documents in accordance with sponsor requirementsSupervisory/Managerial ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage growth of the SNL, including hiring and management of future staff (approximately 10.
Masters degree preferredExperience:
RequiredMinimum of 5 years of experience in laboratory or research managementUnderstanding of hospital operationsFinancial managementPreferredFormal training or experience in neurorehabilitation researchSkills (Specific learned activity gained through training):RequiredDemonstrated strategic thinking, planning abilities and the ability to lead through both influence and direct authority.
Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills with the ability to communicate effectively and to lead a broad range of stakeholders.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to evaluate strategic initiatives and recommend changes, prior to implementing the processes.Interpersonal communication skills to influence, negotiate, and resolve problems effectively and to make strategic and tactical decisions with senior and clinical leaders.
Change management skills and knowledge, including competence in changing a vision into action by executing on strategy, partnerships, goals, and measurements.
Commitment to creating and championing Diversity, Equity, and InclusionPrimary Location :MA-Charlestown-SRH Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital BostonWork Locations :SRH Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston300 1st AvenueCharlestown 02129Job : Research-ManagementOrganization : Spaulding HospitalBoston & Cambridge(SRN,SRH,SHC)
Schedule :
Full-time
Standard Hours:
: 40Shift : Day JobEmployee Status : Regular
Recruiting Department:
: SRH ResearchJob Posting : Mar 20, 2024Req ID: #J-18808-Ljbffr