Location: Boston,MA, USA
This Research Project Manager will be responsible for:
* Managing a small project or phase(s) of a larger project from initiation/planning through the execution and delivery of the research study, concluding with project transition and close, ensuring a successful project
* Consulting with organizational stakeholders. Identifying and using appropriate project management tools and concepts (scope management, planning, budget management, risk/ issue management, communications management). Developing and executing a work plan. Setting priorities for tasks based on importance and urgency. Delivering project on time and within budget
* Creating work products and project deliverables independently. Understanding and meeting expectations quality and timeliness
* Conducting and supporting analysis of project data, summarizing findings, drawing appropriate conclusions, and effectively communicate results to the team. Managing regulatory/ reporting activities related to projects (e.g., IRB, updates/ reports to funding agencies, etc.)
* Managing communication and relationships with key project stakeholders (internal and external). Composing and delivering written and verbal communications. Keeping team members appropriately informed
* Supporting research and project management for Divisional or Institutional projects across all phases of the project life-cycle. Developing tools and processes and providing ongoing support. This includes creating, managing and updating the Fenwick Institute dashboard.
To qualify, you must have:
* 3 years of relevant experience in Project Management and/or research is required
* A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required. Master's Degree preferred
* The ability to effectively manage multiple demands and projects and/or proposals simultaneously within assigned department/division and to persuade and negotiate with peer level department heads and/or with external agencies/facilities on issues and programs that impact assigned department as well as several other large departments/divisions
* Advanced knowledge of PC-based software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and manual and web-based applications for collecting/ reporting data
* Demonstrated ability to lead quality improvement and/or process improvement activities. For research efforts, ability to lead and conduct basic secondary research (e.g., literature reviews) and analysis
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.