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University of Pennsylvania · 21 hours ago

Clinical Research Project Manager B

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$74K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

The University of Pennsylvania is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. They are seeking a Clinical Research Project Manager B to oversee the management and oversight of federally funded observational research projects focused on young onset neurodegenerative diseases.

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Responsibilities

Oversee all clinical visit activities including recruitment, enrollment, collection and processing of study data and biological samples, data entry and queries, and completion of monitoring and closeout visits

Supervising up to eight clinical research coordinators, the PM-B's scope includes but is not limited to supportive oversight of study teams, study conduct and study closeout; active management of ongoing longitudinal projects; ensuring protocol compliance in accordance with established timelines, institutional policies, federal regulations and good clinical practices; prioritizing efforts of the study team; overseeing timely and accurate data collection, research billing, assisting the Clinical Research Program Lead with developing and updating center processes and standard operating procedures; assisting with staff on-boarding and ongoing training activities, assisting in interviewing CRC hiring candidates, management of essential and source documentation, management of recruitment, enrollment, and retention of subjects, management of invoicing per protocols as relevant, oversee human subject protection policies and procedures, troubleshooting operational issues, assisting with all aspects of research coordinators’ work during absences or when a coordinator’s workload exceeds capacity

The position may require communication with patients and staff outside of office hours

Hours are flexible to adapt to protocol requirements, and may include evenings or weekend as necessary

Qualification

Clinical research managementNeurodegenerative disease knowledgeRegulatory complianceData collectionProject lifecycle managementMulti-tasking abilitiesCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required

Prior experience with federally funded clinical research

Experience with early onset neurodegenerative disease

Knowledge of relevant regulations for the conduct of clinical research including Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) Guidelines

Demonstrate excellent planning, organizational and multi-tasking capabilities

Effective prioritizing and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication and writing skills

Preferred

Master's degree and 3-5 years of experience preferred

Prior experience with funding policies, NIH, and other grant procedures are preferred

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.