The primary purpose of the Research Project Manager is to manage and monitor research projects related to development, evaluation, implementation, and dissemination of decision support and interventions and implementation science projects within the Decision Support Laboratory and CCSG Decision Support Core Resource. Job Specific Competencies Research project management 40% - Manages, plans and implements scientific research projects. - Develops and implements research project work plans. - Mana... more details
The primary purpose of the Research Project Manager is to manage and monitor research projects related to development, evaluation, implementation, and dissemination of decision support and interventions and implementation science projects within the Decision Support Laboratory and CCSG Decision Support Core Resource.
Job Specific Competencies
Research project management 40%
* Manages, plans and implements scientific research projects.
* Develops and implements research project work plans.
* Manages the review and analysis of project milestones and deliverables.
* Serves as liaison to sponsor and participating research sites as appropriate.
Research procedures 20%
* Provides all study-related coordination necessary for projects including scheduling and facilitating team meetings.
* Carries out research procedures such as qualitative interviews, cognitive interviews, or delegates as appropriate.
* Evaluates resulting research data and revises techniques or approaches.
* Supervises staff and trainees assigned to projects.
Research compliance 20%
* Processes and manages all compliance and regulatory issues associated with industry research collaborations and laboratory study agreements.
* Develops and maintains approval of IRB protocols, MTAs, and DUAs.
* Writes standard operating procedures and trains staff on protocol procedures.
* Develops and maintains research databases.
* Monitors research studies for quality assurance and participates in protocol audits.
Financial operations 10%
* Creates project budgets and works with internal and external staff to ensure appropriate expenses are captured.
* Manages grant applications and awarded grants.
* Assists with iLab billing.
Analysis and writing 10%
* Participates in the development, preparation, and submission of various scientific progress reports.
* Participates in analysis of qualitative and quantitative data for manuscripts.
* Assist in writing peer-reviewed abstracts and manuscripts for submission.
* Conducts literature reviews and creates evidence summaries and educational content for lay audiences.
Other Duties as Assigned
* Possess a logical and independent mind.
* Excellent interpersonal skills such as patience, determination, flexibility, and decisiveness.
* Excellent listening, verbal and written communication, analytical, and research skills.
* Ability to apply standards for plain language to research products.
* Excellent scientific and numerical skills with meticulous attention to details and accuracy.
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment, to participate actively, to collaborate and to motivate others.
* Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical software packages (e.g., Atlas.ti, SPSSS, STATA).
* Able to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Able to work well with many people and many personalities.
* Adaptable to change and able to think creatively to address issues.
COMPETENCIES
With Social Intelligence, you understand the importance of creating an environment where yours and others’ ideas, experiences, perspectives, contributions, and well-being are valued. (Competencies: Awareness, Humility, Cultural Competence)
With Drive, you see that you can serve as a leader whether you have a formal leadership role or not. You tackle problems, move past setbacks and hardships, and don’t lose sight of your goals. (Competencies: Self-Confidence, Analytical Thinking, Innovative Thinking, Technical Expertise)
You demonstrate Professionalism by setting the example for others and consistently modeling MD Anderson’s values and service standards. You communicate effectively in a variety of ways. (Competencies: Inspire Trust, Oral Communication, Written Communication)
Through Emotional Intelligence, you maintain awareness of your own emotions and the emotions of those around you. Use nonverbal cues and feelings to engage others in an inclusive and responsive way. (Competencies: Active Listening, Teaming, Self-Reflection)
Having Coachability means you are engaged in relentless learning. You constantly ask questions and stay curious. You understand that the organization constantly evolves, and you should as well. (Competencies: Develop Oneself, Adaptability)
You must first hold yourself accountable through Professionalism. When you move to Accountability for others, you must communicate in a way that compels them into action and drives them to achieve goals. (Competencies: Strategic Thinking, Provide Direction, Influence, Interpersonal Communication)
When you demonstrate Knowledge Sharing, you create a culture of learning within your team. You instill in others a drive to learn and develop. (Competencies: Knowledge Transfer, Business Acumen)
When you take on Capacity Building, you seek to continuously motivate the talent within your team and inspire them to view change with enthusiasm across our varying work environments; you provide ongoing growth and development to every team member, tailored to their needs (Competencies: Coach and Develop, Change Leadership, Global Leadership.
EDUCATION: Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
EXPERIENCE: Required: Six years experience in scientific or experimental research to include two years as a project manager. With preferred degree, four years scientific or experimental research experience to include one year as a project manager.
Preferred: Experience with development and evaluation of decision support interventions. Experience with dissemination and implementation research. Experience with population research protocols in the cancer prevention or cancer treatment context. Experience with IRB regulatory requirements. Supervisory experience. Experience with scientific writing. MD Anderson Cancer Center experience is needed.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
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