Clinical Research Project Manager B/C (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Research Project Manager B/C (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Project Manager B

Job Description Summary

This position will support funded research projects for the Pregnancy & Perinatal Research Center under supervision of the Director of Clinical Research Operations. The primary role of this position is the organization, coordination, and implementation of multiple clinical research studies.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Clinical Research Project Manager B

The essential functions of the position include but are not limited to:

• •Develop study workflows and coordinate participant visits, testing, and appointment coverage in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• •Provide operational oversight for one or more large-scale clinical research studies, including the creation and maintenance of study logs, calendars, and tracking tools to support recruitment, retention, and study milestones.
• •Lead implementation of new and existing study protocols, including developing operational plans and training research staff on study procedures and integration into existing workflows.
• •Design, develop, and maintain case report forms (CRFs) and databases in REDCap; train research staff on proper data collection and documentation procedures. Monitor data quality, completeness, and timeliness; identify and resolve data discrepancies; provide real-time feedback and training to research staff to ensure compliance with study and sponsor requirements.
• •Prepare and submit regulatory documents, including protocol modifications, deviations, continuing reviews, and other Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions. Train and mentor research staff on regulatory processes and IRB submission requirements, as appropriate.
• •Supervise assigned research personnel, including performance management, completion of annual evaluations, approval of leave requests, onboarding, training, and professional development.
• •Collaborate with other project managers to ensure consistent performance expectations and effective cross-coverage among research staff.
• •Partner with clinical and operational staff to facilitate the seamless integration of research activities into clinical operations.
• •Other duties assigned as needed.

Clinical Research Project Manager C

The Project Manager C, in addition to the responsibilities mentioned above will also perform these duties:

Collaborate with PPRC leadership to develop, implement, and maintain center-wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that promote consistent, compliant, and efficient research operations.

Lead process improvement initiatives across multiple research projects to enhance operational efficiency, study quality, regulatory compliance, and staff productivity.

• •Serve as a liaison between project managers and leadership to communicate operational concerns, identify training needs, and promote consistent practices across research teams.
• •Other duties assigned as needed.

*Position contingent upon continued funding*

Qualifications

• •Clinical Research Project Manager B : BA/BS degree with 5 to 7 years of experience or Master’s degree with 3 to 5 years of experience in research and clinical study methodologies, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• •Clinical Research Project Manager C : BA/BS degree with 7 to 10 years of experience or Master’s degree with 5 to 7 years of experience in research and clinical study methodologies, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• •Demonstrated experience overseeing study operations, participant recruitment and retention, regulatory compliance, and data management.
• •Experience with Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
• •Proficiency with REDCap, Excel, and other clinical research databases and systems.
• •Prior experience supervising, training, or mentoring research staff.
• •Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• •Ability to manage multiple studies, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced research environment.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$75,804.00 - $106,940.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

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The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

• Special Requirements
• Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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