Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Program Manager
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH), Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to co-develop and implement a highly innovative collaborative clinical trial network in historically under-represented regions. In collaboration with partner sites and institutions across the globe, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa, this initiative will establish a locally-led trial network to lead science that will address research priorities for people in historically under-represented communities.
The Project Manager will play a key role in developing, organizing, and implementing the clinical trials network. This will include co-development of network governance structures with MGH and international investigators, establishing trial site regulatory standards, organization of network activities, developing milestones and deliverable plans, identifying and addressing administrative challenges, co-writing funding applications to support network activities, and maintaining smooth and efficient operations.
MPEC is a research center at MGH that informs health policy and transforms the care of underserved populations worldwide through clinically-focused cost effectiveness, epidemiologic, and implementation research. MPEC is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated personnel from diverse backgrounds who exemplify professionalism, respect, and integrity in their work.
MPEC is unified by several core values:
•
Humility and mutual respect
in our collaborations with external partner
•
Equity
- as a common objective both as an organization and in our work
• Prioritization of
collective success
through a culture of sharing
•
Mentorship
- to develop the next generation of investigators and leader
•
Recognition of all team members
as contributor
•
Balance in work and life
- recognizing the tremendous value in both
•
A can-do and creative attitude
in all that we do
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply via www.massgeneral.org/careers.
When applying, please upload a cover letter and resume. Applications that do not include both components will NOT be considered.
For more information regarding our group, please visit https://www.massgeneral.org/medicine/mpec.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following activities:
Project Management Responsibilitie
• Meet weekly with project directors and monthly with site partner
• At the initiative outset, participate in the development of governance structures, establish project goals, deliverables, tasks, and timeline
• Throughout project duration, plan, track, and report on project tasks, deliverables, milestones, responsible parties, timelines, etc.
• Proactively take steps to help others move forward, whether it is planning project-specific meetings, getting people to make decisions, bringing in additional resources, etc.
• Serve as a liaison between team members at various US and international collaborative research site
Analyze, summarize, and present initiative results to project teams and external stakeholders
Regulatory/compliance responsibilitie
• Assist in the development and assessment of clinical trial site research standards for the network in collaboration with clinical trial practitioner
• Support training of clinical trial sites to ensure compliance with network standards to include research integrity, documentation, and data management with subject-matter expert
• Assist with the preparation of Data Use Agreements, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, and related documents regarding the protection of human subject
Development responsibilitie
• Identify funding opportunities and support grant writing at MGH and partner site
• Prepare and update professional reports, talks and communications for internal and external purpose
• Co-organize initiative meetings and event
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Job qualifications required:
• 5+ years of experience in an academic, clinical research, or related setting
• Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, or related field
• Rigorous academic and professional background including international work experience.
• Experience in clinical trial design and global experience is a must.
Job qualifications preferred:
• Experience with writing grants and submitting funding applications are desirable.
• Experience with graphic design and communications materials development is desirable.
DESIRED SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES:
Technical skill
• Experience with clinical trials management and administration
• Experience with research regulation and oversight (eg human subjects research, GCP, FDA, clinicltrials.gov)
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
Gets Results/Takes Initiative
• High personal work standards, sense of urgency about results, intellectual curiosity, and a positive can-do attitude
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the group in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving ability, including the ability to gather information, identify resources, and imagine alternatives, meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity, even in ambiguous situations with limited direction
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within short time constraint
Collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Build collaborative relationships both inside and outside the group.
• Ability to clarify and distill complex issues to a variety of stakeholder
• Cognizant and respectful of cultural differences in communication approach
• Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment, including with international stakeholder
• Skilled in working with teams with different skillsets, work styles, and professional role
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties will be carried out primarily in a typical office environment. Evening or weekend work may be required. International travel of approximately two weeks at a time is expected.
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to co-develop and implement a highly innovative collaborative clinical trial network in historically under-represented regions. In collaboration with partner sites and institutions across the globe, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa, this initiative will establish a locally-led trial network to lead science that will address research priorities for people in historically under-represented communities.
The Project Manager will play a key role in developing, organizing, and implementing the clinical trials network. This will include co-development of network governance structures with MGH and international investigators, establishing trial site regulatory standards, organization of network activities, developing milestones and deliverable plans, identifying and addressing administrative challenges, co-writing funding applications to support network activities, and maintaining smooth and efficient operations.
MPEC is a research center at MGH that informs health policy and transforms the care of underserved populations worldwide through clinically-focused cost effectiveness, epidemiologic, and implementation research. MPEC is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated personnel from diverse backgrounds who exemplify professionalism, respect, and integrity in their work.
MPEC is unified by several core values:
•
Humility and mutual respect
in our collaborations with external partner
•
Equity
- as a common objective both as an organization and in our work
• Prioritization of
collective success
through a culture of sharing
•
Mentorship
- to develop the next generation of investigators and leader
•
Recognition of all team members
as contributor
•
Balance in work and life
- recognizing the tremendous value in both
•
A can-do and creative attitude
in all that we do
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply via www.massgeneral.org/careers.
When applying, please upload a cover letter and resume. Applications that do not include both components will NOT be considered.
For more information regarding our group, please visit https://www.massgeneral.org/medicine/mpec.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following activities:
Project Management Responsibilitie
• Meet weekly with project directors and monthly with site partner
• At the initiative outset, participate in the development of governance structures, establish project goals, deliverables, tasks, and timeline
• Throughout project duration, plan, track, and report on project tasks, deliverables, milestones, responsible parties, timelines, etc.
• Proactively take steps to help others move forward, whether it is planning project-specific meetings, getting people to make decisions, bringing in additional resources, etc.
• Serve as a liaison between team members at various US and international collaborative research site
Analyze, summarize, and present initiative results to project teams and external stakeholders
Regulatory/compliance responsibilitie
• Assist in the development and assessment of clinical trial site research standards for the network in collaboration with clinical trial practitioner
• Support training of clinical trial sites to ensure compliance with network standards to include research integrity, documentation, and data management with subject-matter expert
• Assist with the preparation of Data Use Agreements, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, and related documents regarding the protection of human subject
Development responsibilitie
• Identify funding opportunities and support grant writing at MGH and partner site
• Prepare and update professional reports, talks and communications for internal and external purpose
• Co-organize initiative meetings and event
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Job qualifications required:
• 5+ years of experience in an academic, clinical research, or related setting
• Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, or related field
• Rigorous academic and professional background including international work experience.
• Experience in clinical trial design and global experience is a must.
Job qualifications preferred:
• Experience with writing grants and submitting funding applications are desirable.
• Experience with graphic design and communications materials development is desirable.
DESIRED SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES:
Technical skill
• Experience with clinical trials management and administration
• Experience with research regulation and oversight (eg human subjects research, GCP, FDA, clinicltrials.gov)
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
Gets Results/Takes Initiative
• High personal work standards, sense of urgency about results, intellectual curiosity, and a positive can-do attitude
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the group in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving ability, including the ability to gather information, identify resources, and imagine alternatives, meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity, even in ambiguous situations with limited direction
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within short time constraint
Collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Build collaborative relationships both inside and outside the group.
• Ability to clarify and distill complex issues to a variety of stakeholder
• Cognizant and respectful of cultural differences in communication approach
• Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment, including with international stakeholder
• Skilled in working with teams with different skillsets, work styles, and professional role
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties will be carried out primarily in a typical office environment. Evening or weekend work may be required. International travel of approximately two weeks at a time is expected.
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.