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Job Summary

The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) and the Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Unit (ID CRU) at Massachusetts General Hospital are partnering to contribute to the body of knowledge understanding long COVID and its lingering physical, mental, and neurological symptoms through participation in the nation-wide NIH-funded RECOVER study.

MPEC is seeking a personable, highly organized, and enthusiastic Project Manager interested in playing a central role in leading this ground-breaking study. The Project Manager will work side-by-side with Dr. Ingrid Bassett, the MGH Principal Investigator (PI) of the study and co-director of the Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC), as well as her team, and will be responsible for providing logistical, administrative, and managerial direction for the project. Further, the Project Manager will serve as the linchpin of the team, playing a pivotal role in the professional development and growth of the individuals reporting to them. Intellectual curiosity, flexibility, and a sense of humor are musts.

This is a full-time (40-hour) commitment.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via www.massgeneral.org/careers.

**When applying, please upload a cover letter and resume.**

 

Qualifications

Project Manager Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following activities:

Technical and Scientific Responsibilities

•    Support PI(s) with manuscript, abstract, and presentation preparation for local and community stakeholders.
•    Under supervision of PI, perform independent quantitative and qualitative analyses of ongoing study data and conduct literature reviews to identify new research questions and support scientific dissemination. 
•    Supervise and perform data quality checks and data management tasks using statistical analysis software (e.g., Stata) and manage study REDCap databases.
•    Facilitate communication and coordination of study activities between study site and stakeholders, such as but not limited to MGH research teams and outpatient clinics, study sponsors and central reading centers to develop and implement workflows for advanced clinical testing, including current, in-development, and proposed procedures. 

Logistical and Administrate Study Management Responsibilities

•    Identify and monitor project goals, deliverables, tasks, and timelines.
•    Develop new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflows and lead launch of new study procedures and project tools including but not limited to Asana, VeevaVault, Twilio, OnCore, etc.
•    Maintain research files and case report forms (CRFs) for documentation of study participant visits.
•    Ensure research integrity and compliance by developing best practices, provide ongoing training, and monitoring for adherence to applicable regulations as well as communicating with institutional review boards.
•    Serve as a liaison between the financial management team and the research team.
•    Provide expertise and problem-solving in research-related participant care including but not limited to study monitoring, audits, participant retention, and deviation and adverse event reporting.
•    Run weekly staff meetings to promote forums for communication of information and opportunities for team discussion and problem-solving.

Managerial/Personnel Responsibilities
•    Facilitate MGH’s RECOVER staff recruitment effort by interfacing with HR, conducting interviews, and participating in hiring decisions.
•    Coach and develop Clinical Research Coordinators (supervisory responsibilities may also be assigned, depending on experience) and onboard new study staff by creating training schedules, providing performance feedback, and developing role-specific competencies.
•    Proactively take steps to help others move forward, whether it is planning project- specific meetings, getting people to make decisions, enlisting additional resources, etc.
•    Promote collaboration and a work environment conducive to teamwork and employee engagement.

Competencies required:

Planning, Organizing, and Coordinating
•    Skilled in identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency of research operations and subsequently execute improvements.
•    Time management skills with the capability to prioritize among multiple requests from multiple individuals and the ability to change direction in response to a fluctuating work environment.
•    Ability to delegate and prioritize and assist others with prioritizing study tasks.

Team Management
•    Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment.
•    Ability to manage diverse teams with different skillsets, work styles, and professional roles.

Gets Results/Takes Initiative
•    Motivated to help the team achieve results and meet deadlines.
•    Identifies key priorities and helps manage change and ambiguity.
•    Keen ability to anticipate and address potential issues proactively.
•    Problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather information, identify resources, and imagine alternatives.

Communication Skills
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to represent MPEC and RECOVER with the utmost professionalism and ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the group.
•    Cognizant and respectful of cultural differences; bilingual and bicultural candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Analytical Skills
•    Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn.
•    Rigorous academic and/or professional background including healthcare work, clinical trials, or other research activities.
•    Familiarity with clinical research.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on need.

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years working in healthcare or a clinical research setting; Master’s degree preferred.
•    Experience in a progressively responsible position with experience in managing all aspects of clinical research study implementation required.
•    Sound knowledge of principles of SOPs, GCP, FDA, IRB, clinical research methodology, regulations, and compliance required.

Working conditions:

Duties may be carried out in a hybrid office environment, with on-site time at MGH main campus in Boston and MGH Chelsea campus. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Supervisory Responsibility:

The Project Manager will be responsible for providing daily guidance and expertise for a team of 6-10 research staff.  Supervisory duties may be assigned, depending on experience.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Occasionally (3-33%)Walking Occasionally (3-33%)Sitting Constantly (67-100%)Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsCarrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Rarely (Less than 2%)Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Remote Type

Hybrid

 

Work Location

100 Cambridge Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$62,400.00 - $90,750.40/Annual

 

Grade

6

 

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.

 

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation 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.

 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.