Research Project Manager - Hershey, United States - Penn State University

Penn State University

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Hershey, United States

2 weeks ago

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State College of Medicine, Office of the Vice Dean for Research, in Hershey, PA is seeking a Research Project Manager to oversee a nd manage a large, complex strategic initiative.

Working with the Office of the Vice Dean for Research and Graduate Studies, t his position will lead an effort to improve operations and enhance Penn State Cancer Institute (PSCI) clinical research navigation, examining both PSCI operations and the various connection points with clinical cancer care and the university's research infrastructure.

This includes oversee ing working groups and advis ing on project deliverables and timelines, regulatory and data management plans, and financial administration; a nd serv ing as the project point of contact with faculty, s taff, and leadership.

Specifically, this position wi ll ensure that project scope, deliverables, and milestones are achieved including:

Enhancing standardized regulatory process
es that focus on changes of personnel, IRB updates, risk updates, and audit reviews to track compliance across all studies.

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Integrating the IT infrastructure supporting the Clinical Trials Office at PSCI.
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Review ing
and updat ing **s taffing policies, KPIs, and onboarding and continuous training program s to enable growth.
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Ensuring strategic stakeholder
alignment on PSCI's clinical trial strategy, catchment area, and targeted disease states.

K nowledgeable about biomedical research and associated regulatory climate.
O rganized, responsive, attentive to detail, and possess a professional demeanor.
A ble to provide candid and constructive feedback to others to influence and persuade managers and employees to accept and implement findings and recommendations.
F lexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic manner.
E mbody the college's RITE values of Respect, Integrity, Team work, and Excellence and support the college 's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Minimum Education and Experience**:

6 + years related experience.
Master's degree or higher

- _Or an equivalent combination of education and experience _

Optional: Previous exp erience with NCI de signated cancer center

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:

Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms.

We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive.

We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$76, $115,100.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR).

The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

**EEO IS THE LAW