Project Manager - Research Associate

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the successful execution of an established, multisite clinical trial funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). This study compares fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) versus colonoscopy in patients with a prior history of polyps and involves close coordination across diverse clinical sites and partners. The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of project management experience, strong organizational, presentation, and writing skills, and confidence communicating with multiple stakeholders—including investigators, study teams, the PCORI, and other collaborators. While prior research experience is helpful, it is not required; we are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can drive timelines, facilitate communication, and support high-quality study delivery.

Responsibilities

Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards for assigned projects.

Leads Project Management Team sessions and reviews with Center staff and faculty, including all levels of management.

Supervises research assistant, data collection and other staff assigned to project execution.

Initiates and maintains liaison with Center management team and other contacts to facilitate project activities.

Manages multiple, parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.

Represents Center in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.

Responsible for the oversight and management of resources allocated to your project.

Establishes effective coordination and communications processes to report as a minimum, schedule, performance, costing, risks and mitigation strategies.

Maintains and adheres to project deadlines, timelines, and deliverables.

Compiles project status reports. Develops and writes project process and outcome reports.

Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, presentation and communication skills; ability to foster a collaborative team environment; ability to communicate effectively and respectfully to a diverse community.

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of experience in project management.
• Previous healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical problem solving skills with demonstrated skills to define scope and analyze complex, cross-functional problems and processes.
• Basic knowledge in research evaluation design and descriptive statistics.
• Excellent communication, organizational, decision making and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent writing skills and experience in scientific writing and presentations.
• Must be skilled in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.