Job Description - Project Manager, Research (3316010)The MGH Center for Health Outcomes and Interdisciplinary Research (CHOIR) within the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a project manager to report to the Director, Ana-Maria Vranceanu, and the Administrative Manager of Research. CHOIR is an interdisciplinary clinical research center with a longstanding commitment to: 1) the development, testing, and implementation of behavioral interventions for patients, caregivers, and dyads in both hospital and community settings, and 2) training the next generation of interdisciplinary behavioral health researchers.The Project Manager will be responsible for the co-management of the T32 Postdoctoral fellowship and the Research and Education Core of the Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR). The Project Manager will work closely with the Administrative Manager to support submission and management of training and other small grants. The position involves working with trainees, faculty, and administrative staff and interacting with departmental leadership and other key hospital personnel.QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree required (MBA, MPH, MHA, MPA). Preferred candidates will have experience directly related to clinical research, including project management and business development. Must be knowledgeable about computers and familiar with common software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and Internet communication. Must have the capability of prioritizing multiple competing tasks and seek supervisory or administrative assistance when appropriate. Must be able to communicate well both verbally and in writing.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Project Management
- Co-management of the T32 tasks include:
- Assist with outreach, recruitment, and interviews of fellows.
- Support the training needs of current fellows (organize monthly lectures, work with the co-manager to monitor budgets).
- Prepare presentations for the internal and external advisory boards.
- Assist with the longitudinal evaluation of the program.
- Management of the Research and Education Core of the RCMAR tasks include:
- Assist with outreach, recruitment, and interviews of fellows.
- Support the training needs of fellows (organize monthly lectures).
- Prepare presentations for the internal and external advisory boards.
- Assist with the longitudinal program evaluation.
- Assist with the preparation of the NIH progress reports.
- Other tasks include:
- Assist the Administrative Manager with the submission and management of small grants (Career development awards, R21, and R33).
- Assist the CHOIR Education and Training Core with activities such as preparing for the Internship in Clinical Psychology Annual Interviews, updating our website, and supporting our social media.SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCES REQUIRED:
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively.
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to proactively identify and problem-solve challenges.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to make decisions quickly and independently.
- Self-directed in identifying learning opportunities to expand knowledge and educational strategies.FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Responsible for managing annual research budgets.Mass General is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information and/or other status protected under law. #J-18808-Ljbffr