University of Pennsylvania Hiring for Research Project Manager A (Department of Radiation Oncology) at Perelman Center for Adv Medicine Full Time

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.

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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 TitleResearch Project Manager A (Department of Radiation Oncology)Job Profile TitleManager Research Project AJob Description SummaryThe Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania is one of the most comprehensive radiation oncology programs in the world, and a world leader in developing and conducting innovative clinical trials. The mission of the Department of Radiation Oncology is to develop novel, more effective, treatment regimens/paradigms for cancer; advance science and serve our patients by improving cancer outcomes and offering the best available innovative care to trial participants. We are seeking a Research Project Manager A. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Research and works closely with principal investigators in the department . The primary function is to manage complex clinical trials, to facilitate, promote, and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of research protocols. Independently manage different phases of complex clinical trials, supervise clinical research studies, and provide operational support for research activities in the Clinical Research Unit (CRU). The Research Project Manager A is responsible for execution of study protocols, prioritizing efforts of the study team, overseeing timely and accurate data collection, research billing, and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs). Will oversee human subject protection policies and procedures, be involved in new study startups, actively manage ongoing projects, troubleshoot operational issues, report study progress, and assist with all aspects of research coordinators’ work during their absences or when a coordinator’s workload exceeds capacity. Duties include general operations support, staff onboarding and ongoing training activities, event and meeting coordination, conferences support and follow-up, expense tracking, reimbursements, and invoicing as needed. This position will include a supervisory role for initial and ongoing training of clinical research coordinators, research assistants and summer interns within the CRU and assists in staff performance plans. The Research Project Manager will take a leadership role in managing the detailed operations of projects; ensure that studies/research are conducted safely and according to protocol.
Position is contingent upon grant funding.Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise clinical research studies and provide operational support for research activities in the Clinical Research Unit (CRU). Managing the detailed operations of projects, ensure that studies/research are conducted safely and according to protocol.
• Execution of study protocols, prioritizing efforts of the study team, overseeing timely and accurate data collection, research billing, and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs). Actively manage ongoing projects, troubleshoot operational issues, report study progress.
• Oversee human subject protection policies and procedures, involve in new study startup process, and assist with all aspects of research coordinators’ work during their absences or when a coordinator’s workload exceeds capacity.
• Staff onboarding and ongoing training activities for clinical research coordinators, research assistants, and summer interns within the CRU; assists in staff performance plan and evaluation.
• Administrative support, including event and meeting coordination, conferences support and follow-up, expense tracking, reimbursements, invoicing, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience of human subject research experience is required, with 1-2 years of clinical research experience in Oncology preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

The candidate must possess and have demonstrated the following skills:

• Must be detail oriented
• Prior experience with IRB and other regulatory entity submissions
• Ability to manage projects independently
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven team leadership and team playing characteristics.

Position is contingent upon grant funding.

Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$51,824.00 – $75,000.00 Annual RateSalary 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 grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements
Background check 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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