Manager, Research Project A/B (Department of Neurology)

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Posted Job Title

Manager, Research Project A/B (Department of Neurology)

Job Profile Title

Manager Research Project A

Job Description Summary

Penn’s Center for Neuroengineering & Therapeutics(CNT) is seeking a Research Project Manager A/B (PM-A/B) to participate in a collaborative research group focused on developing new devices, diagnostics and treatments that can restore brain and nervous system function after it has been lost to disease or disability. The CNT brings together clinician scientists and engineers to effectively bring these critical technologies to patient care. The ideal candidate will have an interest in biomedical research, be enthusiastic and highly motivated to participate in team science, have strong project management skills, and regulatory experience. This position offers the opportunity to participate in an innovative research environment, gain hands-on experience with a variety of research projects related to the neuroscience of epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

Job Description

The Research Project Manager A will be responsible for day-to-day management of complex projects conducted with collaborators both internal and external to Penn. With mentoring from the CNT faculty, the Project Manager will take a leadership role in developing study protocols, managing the detailed operations of projects, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and cultivating close relationships with partner organizations. He/she will help develop the team's research strategy and will have ample opportunities to lead projects. The Project Manager will be required to 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. This individual will also be responsible for coordinating grant applications and interacting with funding administrators and the University Business Office. The Project Manager