Who We Are:

The Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, (MAPMG) is one of the nation's premier multispecialty medical groups and is the largest integrated medical group in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Founded in 1980, the medical group has more than 1,700 Permanente physicians spanning more than 50 subspecialties. Together, we serve approximately 800,000 Kaiser Permanente members in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia at 34 area medical centers, plus several community hospitals and skilled nursing facilities.

Job Summary:

The Research Project Manager (PM) coordinates research project(s) in accordance with protocol, budget and timelines maintaining compliance with both federal and internal regulations. Responsible for the coordination and completion of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted research-related projects involving Kaiser Permanente (KP) and its partners. Oversees various aspects of research projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project according to strict deadlines and within budget. Prepare reports for upper management and/or investigators regarding status of project. Must be familiar with a variety of the healthcare research related field concepts, practices, and procedures.

Maintains compliance when manipulating large volumes of patient data, both internal to MAPMG and from external agencies. Follows the IRB approved protocols on federally funded grants and contracts as well as on internally funded projects. Adheres to the research protocols for maintaining HIPAA compliance when accessing, manipulating, storing, and transferring data.

This position is a 100% grant-funded contract position and is contingent on federal grant funding. Should federal grant funding be eliminated for any given reason, this position may be eliminated.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the design and implementation of appropriate tracking systems to assure study timeline and goals are met. Initiates and participates in protocol implementation and interpretation discussions with other research staff. Accountable for reporting compliance issues to the study investigator, IRB compliance administrator, and/or other regulatory agent.
• Monitors accurate data collection and data quality audits, participant tracking, and other aspects of the project to assure its timeliness and accuracy. Provides timely feedback to investigators regarding problems that require attention
• Works under the supervision of study investigators and key personnel in the construct of manuscripts. Assists with tracking manuscripts in development and with planning for project papers and posters to be presented at national and international conferences
• Consults with investigator(s) on research study issues such as protocol clarification, budget variances, and noncompliance.
• Coordinates the work of staff assigned to a particular research project. May assist in the planning and assignment of tasks for staff. Communicates effectively with the research team, managers, clinical staff and/or others throughout the region, as needed
• Create task schedules and deadlines needed to meet the project timelines
• Works independently to identify any problems and develops remedies for deviations from project timelines and protocol implementation. Able to suggest or implement resolution to problems with oversight from investigator/Senior PM
• Assists with IRB applications and monitors continuing review requirements to ensure human subjects’ compliance
• Accountable to MAPRI department management for reporting non-compliance and providing timely feedback to investigators regarding problems that require his/her attention
• Participate in multi-site working groups and conference calls
• Travel with the study team to annual meetings with funders
• Assist investigators in drafting quarterly progress reports to funders
• May act as a functional lead for specific project activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in public health, hospital/healthcare administration or a related degree required and minimum of four (4) years of project management experience in a research environment or Master’s Degree in public health, hospital/healthcare administration or a related fields a plus with at least two (2) years of project management experience in a research environment
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem‐solving capabilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of software applications, including Tableau, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Effective interpersonal problem-solving, leadership, customer service, and consulting skills
• Possesses superior judgment and discretion

Competitive Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-funded medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and families
• Great work/life balance
• Generous paid time off
• Maternity and parental leave
• Pension plan and 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance, and short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
• Education reimbursement

Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity:

MAPMG continuously works to identify and mitigate healthcare inequities, and that starts with providing an inclusive, supportive environment for our employees. We encourage applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin who value diversity and will commit to practicing culturally competent healthcare.

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.