The Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living is recruiting a Research Project Manager I (RPM I). The RPM I is a critical member of the research team who will work on research projects focused on integrative therapies, such as exercise, nutrition, and other supportive care, in oncology patients.

The RPM I is responsible for assigned day-to-day coordination and overall management of assigned clinical trials; including multi-center, PI-initiated trials. Responsibilities include coordinating trial startup and site startup activities, providing training to participating site research staff, regulatory submissions, safety event tracking and reporting, deviation/violation tracking and reporting, participant accrual tracking and reporting, conducting teleconferences, vendor management, coordinating communication with applicable regulatory authorities, etc. 

 
The RPM will work closely and collaboratively with a variety of faculty and staff at all levels throughout DFCI and our external collaborators. This position requires clinical research and regulatory experience, as well as excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The RPM will be supervised and supported by the Zakim Center's Senior Clinical Research Manager. The RPM will assist with the development and implementation of strategies that will ensure compliance, consistency, and accountability in all assigned clinical research activities conducted within the system at DFCI. The RPM will be responsible to report on defined deliverables, to identify variances in project plan and to develop contingency plans when necessary to keep project milestones on track. Specific tasks and responsibilities are varied and dependent upon project aims, scope and duration.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

The Research Project Manager I works independently under general supervision of the Zakim Center’s Senior Clinical Research Manager. This position may be responsible for some or all of the following:

• Day-to-day oversight and management of assigned projects
• Maintenance of regulatory documentation and submissions
• Facilitation and oversight of research project start-up, active, and close out phases
• Assisting with onboarding of new research staff and ongoing training of existing staff
• Assisting with protocol and consent form development for initial application and with subsequent amendment changes
• Creation of databases/Case Report Forms and data management plan (with input from PI and Sr. CRM)
• Safety event tracking and reporting and deviation/violation tracking and reporting
• Development of recruitment strategies and participant accrual tracking and reporting
• Facilitating research team meetings and other project-related administrative tasks

• Bachelor's degree required in a field relevant to clinical research or public health
• 1-2 years of experience with project management
• Experience working on clinical trials (multi-center, oncology trials perferred).
• Experience in an academic institution and proven history of success in clinical research field is preferred. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to perform routine tasks related to the coordination of assigned clinical trials.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent ability to work independently and balance multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to identify problems or potential obstacles and escalate appropriately.
• Working understanding of DF/HCC SOPs and applicable federal and local regulations/policies.
• Ability to independently perform all primary duties listed above under general supervision.
• Critical thinking skills and an appropriate level of good professional judgment.
• Interest in exercise, nutrition, or integrative therapies research is a plus. 

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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