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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Neural and Behavioral Sciences, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a full-time Research Project Manager (Compliance Specialist). The successful applicant will be an integral member of a collaborative clinical study team and will be responsible for guidance and oversight of study compliance with government regulations and University policies.

Clinical research in the Nyland laboratory focuses on the intersection of pain and substance use disorders. Currently funded studies include a human subject study investigating biomarkers that predict the transition from acute to chronic pain following traumatic injury and a clinical trial investigating the novel use of a repurposed drug for opioid use disorder. The successful candidate should have expertise in clinical research management and be able to interface with internal and external collaborators to facilitate multi-site and collaborative research. It is preferred that the candidate be a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). Responsibilities include drafting and submitting documents for IRB and FDA approval, maintaining study information on ClinicalTrials.org, initiating study startup and closing procedures, and ensuring timely and accurate event reporting. This individual will be responsible for the development, organization, and tracking of regulatory documentation. Additional responsibilities will include development of standard operating procedures, manuals of operation, and workflow diagrams for study startup. Preference will be given to candidates that possess the above skill set.

Please submit CV and names of three references.

Typical Education & Experience

6+ years related experience

Master's Degree or higher

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding. 

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:  

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check  
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check   

 
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