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University of Pennsylvania Clinical Research Program Manager C (Department of Neurosurgery) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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 Program Manager C (Department of Neurosurgery)
Job Profile Title
Clinical Research Program Manager C
Job Description Summary
The Clinical Research Program Manager will provide leadership, staff and project management, and administrative support for research projects for the program. The position will oversee the daily operations of the unit working closely with other leadership to support the program’s clinical research portfolio. The Program Manager is responsible for project development and oversight, staff management, and operational effectiveness of the unit. The candidate will manage relationships between physicians, sponsors, other academic centers, staff, and administrative offices. Candidate will lead operational planning relating to the research activities and ensure optimal communication across stakeholders. The Program Manager will support grant development, participate in facility and contractual issues, and may participate in budget development and management.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Staff Management and Development: Recruit, onboard, and manage team including research nurses, project managers, coordinators, and assistants. Provide leadership in the training, assessment, and retention of staff, increase quality of research through training, and provide support to staff across the Department. Help train junior faculty in clinical research. Advise on the most effective way to deploy staff and resources. Promote application of best-practices and efficient resource utilization across team. Conduct regular meetings with team members to review the status of studies, identify outstanding items and troubleshoot as needed. Develop operational processes and best practices to help guide and provide oversight to research personnel, including continuing educational opportunities for staff.
Clinical Trials Operations/Project Management: Lead Project Management on complex clinical research projects, serving both as a consultant and when appropriate continue as the senior lead on projects. Help research teams operationalize more complex research projects from feasibility review, budget creation, regulatory submission through activation and study conduct. Oversee teams consisting of investigators, project managers, coordinators, and assistants. Protocol development, grant development, budget development, study implementation, data reporting, study closeout. Closely monitor the status of all local and multi-institutional clinical research projects/studies conducted within the group, including accrual, data entry, query resolution, deviations and patient issues, identifying and addressing issues as they arise. Provide regular updates to team leadership. Ensure timely completion of project milestones, compliance with regulatory guidelines, accurate reporting to funding agencies and oversight committees, negotiation and proper execution of subcontracts and data use agreements. Develop, create and review regulatory submission and study documents/tools, including protocols, consents, annual reports, source docs, training slides, manuel of procedures (MOPs), Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) charter, Clinical Report Forms (CRFs), standard operating procedures (SOPs). Provide assistance with Investigational New Drug (IND), Investigational Device (IDE) and Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) exemption determinations.
Program Leadership: Provide administrative leadership and oversight to project leads and teams. Work with Director to develop, organize, maintain, and manage the research staff infrastructure and resources necessary for supporting a quality clinical trials program. Demonstrate an ability to lead and motivate a team with vision, integrity and flexibility. Develop and maintain tools & best practices to support clinical research within unit. Work closely with the Director to ensure effective utilization of materials, staff, and financial resources in alignment with the strategic goals of the Department. Develop and implement project tracking and reporting processes. Design and implement approaches to further grow and expand the unit with successful research collaborations and projects. Assist Director in development of new pathways for clinical research training and education.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's degree and 5-7 years of experience preferred.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$74,476.00 - $106,940.00 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
the pay range assigned to the job profile.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .
Special Requirements Background checks may be 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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The University of Pennsylvania’s special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.