The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 4 days ago
TBI Research Activities Manager
Silver Spring, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $151K/yr
6+ years expThe Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a TBI Research Activities Manager to manage the implementation of clinical research protocols. This role involves leading the execution of analysis plans, developing clinical research proposals, and supervising clinical research site personnel.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leads the execution of analysis plans for primary and secondary study objectives
Reviews new concepts, protocols and sub-studies and assists in the selection of appropriate study design as well as development of preliminary analysis plans
Interacts regularly with clinical investigators, clinical site coordinators, regulatory and safety monitoring staff, laboratory personnel, data coordination center personnel, data analysts, biostatisticians, program managers and administrative staff
Develops, implements and oversees clinical research proposals, specifically the writing of protocols and associated documents (e.g., manuals, consent documents, data collection forms), coordination of the proposal submission and scientific/ethical review processes, management of protocol development activities, oversight and guidance of protocol execution activities at clinical sites and the IDCRP Data Coordination Center, and ensuring project completion and final product development (e.g. presentation and/or publication, recommendations for changes in clinical practice, provision of pivotal data for product licensure, etc.)
Serves as the direct supervisor of clinical research site personnel
May include budgetary responsibility to include plan/forecast and prepare
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role
Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities. Supervises and oversees their contract staff for administrative and personnel actions
Qualification
Required
Master's degree required; PhD in brain-health research (e.g., neurology, neuropsychology, neuroscience) with specialized experience in health science or project management (e.g., healthcare management, health science policy) related field is preferred. Experience within one of the mentioned fields may be accepted in lieu of educational minimums
Minimum 4 years of experience working with government agencies and/or contracting required
Minimum 6 years clinical research execution, management, coordination, and/or oversight required
Knowledge and experience regarding the execution of human clinical research trials and federal research administration (e.g., budget management, project/grant management, personnel requirements, regulatory compliance, etc.)
Ability to use sound judgment in complex problem solving and solution-focused response coordination and execution required
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills required
Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative and strong attention to details
Must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy
Experience in the design, conduct and analysis of clinical trials and epidemiologic studies
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening
Preferred
Prior research experience within the DoD/VA systems of care strongly preferred
Preferred experience in project management planning and its applicable tools
Experience with utilization of electronic medical records preferred; background in microbiology and infectious disease epidemiology preferred
Prior supervision and mentorship of study personnel preferred; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form
Ability to effectively communicate research findings in presentations and publications
Prior presentation and publication record preferred
Benefits
HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
Company
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
The Henry M.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.2MKey Investors
BIRD FoundationTEDCOOrthopaedic Research and Education Foundation
2025-10-10Grant
2024-12-11Grant· $0.9M
2023-10-24Grant· $1.3M
Leadership Team
John Lowe
President/CEO
Joseph Caravalho
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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