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Clinical Research Project Manager A University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title Clinical Research Project Manager A
Job Profile Title Clinical Research Project Manager A
Job Description Summary Responsible for day to day management of research projects conducted with collaborators both internal and external to Penn. With mentoring from the Principal Investigator/Senior Project Manager/Research Program Lead, the Clinical Research Project Manager A will take leadership role in developing study protocols, managing the detailed operations of projects, coordinating activities in single center and/or multicenter studies. Assisting with quality control and analysis of qualitative and/or quantitative data, and assisting with grant applications when applicable. Help develop the team's research strategy and may have opportunities to lead projects and co-author papers. Ensure that studies/research are conducted safely and according to protocol, provide supervision to educators and teams conducting the study/interventions and collaborates with peers from other Universities and funding agencies. May also be responsible for coordinating grant applications and interacts with funding administrators and the University Business Office. Will participate in training for and conducting study visits for assigned studies, in conjunction with project staff. May provide contributions to presentations and manuscripts, including multiple drafts for review and dissemination. Play a primary role in other dissemination activities related to project findings.
Job Description Job Responsibilities - The Research Nurse Project Manager will work closely with the PIs to ensure the day-to-day operations of the study and dissemination of research products.
- Essential responsibilities for project #1 include synthesis of qualitative data using NVivo and assistance with dissemination efforts.
- This individual will also work closely with the PIs to organize a virtual Health Equity Learning Collaborative convening, including preparation leading up to the meeting.
- Essential responsibilities for Projects #2 and 3 include enrollment of participants into the study through the informed consent process; data collection and data entry, and conduct and recording of 60 interviews.
- Utilizing their nursing licensure, the candidate will evaluate patient clinical data contained in the electronic medical record; and implement nurse-based care coordination in accordance with the study protocol.
- Facilitate and lead weekly care coordination meetings and review current health status, risk factors, social determinants of health, discharge status, and barriers to successful care transitions.
- Additionally, they will conduct follow-up telephone calls to assess barriers to self-management and successful care transitions, manage participant follow-up to ensure timely and complete data collection and develop processes and procedures, tools, and training to enhance research activities.
- Data management activities will include overseeing data entry and quality assurance.
- The Research Nurse Project Manager will attend study team meetings, including cross-disciplinary patient review meetings which include interface and communication with members of the medical team including, physicians, nurses, social workers, and healthcare administrators.
- They will work collaboratively and manage relationships with clinical and community research partners, both within the organization and with external stakeholders.
- The Research Nurse Project Manager will prepare and report on the study data/findings to community partners and stakeholders.
- The position may require infrequent travel to the participant's home for interviews.
- Provide support to the Principal Investigator, including assisting with IRB submissions/modifications, assisting with the scheduling of training and meetings, and conducting literature reviews.
- Complete the paperwork required for working group and advisory board payments, procurement and management of survey and interview incentive payments, and healthcare professional incentive funds.
- Support dissemination activities including poster and manuscript preparation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School School of Nursing
Pay Range $51,824.00 - $85,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits - Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
- Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
- Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
- Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
- Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
- University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
- Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
- Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
- Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
- Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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