Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Research Program Manager Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-31615 Position Category Research Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Research Department Department of Medicine: Diabetes Center Salary Range $61,318 - $97,968 FTE 1.00 Schedule M-F Hours 8-4pm TBD HR Mission School of Medicine Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Clinical Nutrition and the Harold Schnitzer Diabetes Center provides expert diagnosis and care of individuals with diabetes and complications in our Diabetes Center Clinics, and inpatient service. Our clinical interests include all areas of diabetes care and research. In addition to our commitment to outstanding clinical care, we are also proud of our research programs from basic science research to clinical trials. Our educational mission includes teaching on many levels, including but not limited to our fellowship program Endocrinology and Diabetes. More information is available on our website.

Function/Duties of Position

The senior research associate (research program manager) is a highly organized and motivated clinical research professional who directs research operations and administrative efforts of the Busui research team. The position partners with Dr. Busui to establish the program’s focus on diabetes related research across the OHSU community and external partners. The senior research associate is responsible for establishing and formalizing relationships with regional and national collaborators. The position supervises work on multiple ongoing studies related to Diabetes and Diabetes Complications, as well as assisting with management of research grants and contracts in collaboration with administration from the Department of Medicine. The position will assist with managing the research group of study coordinators, volunteers, and student workers, including interviewing candidates, onboarding and training new staff, leading group meetings, and coordinating research efforts at other project sites. The senior research associate will be responsible for regulatory supervision and ensuring high quality data collection. The senior research associate will perform data analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods. The senior research associate will assist with submitting grant applications to federal, industry, and foundation sponsors, with responsibility for budget development and negotiation, collaborating on proposal development, and specific application requirements. The senior research associate will manage awarded funding, ensuring compliance with federal and sponsor-specific policies. This position will also support the growing research efforts as the department level from a collaboration, training and best practices sharing standpoint.

 

Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills for independent problem solving, and an ethical approach to science and human subjects research, are needed to achieve scientific and administrative objectives.

Required Qualifications PhD in relevant field AND 1 year of relevant experience ORMaster's Degree in relevant field AND 5 years of relevant experience ORBachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 9 years of relevant experienceClinical research experience; experience managing research staff; experience with data collection, management, and analysis.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete projects independently or lead a team.

Excellent communication, both written and verbal with fluency in English. Strong computer skills and advanced MS Office skills.

Ability to navigate research site visits with industry sponsors, in-depth knowledge of budget development and clinical trial review.

Knowledge of institutional review board (IRB) processes for submitting, modifying, terminating and continuing review of human protocols.

Understanding of best practices for clinical research, including research ethics.

Project management skills, including use of management/organizational technology.

BLS certification. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Public Health; coursework in qualitative research, biomedical and/or human subjects research, biostatistics.Experience managing federal and industry funding.

Working knowledge of FDA IDE/IND submission process, ONCORE, and experience with REDCap.

Familiarity with electronic medical records (preferably EPIC), chart review and medical terminology.

HR-related competencies including screening, interviewing, and onboarding research staff.

SoCRA or equivalent. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.