Research Project Manager

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for leading innovative research projects? Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Research Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Research Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our research initiatives and making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families. If you have a strong background in project management and a desire to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements, we encourage you to apply!

1. Oversee and manage all aspects of research projects, including planning, implementation, and execution, to ensure timely and successful completion.
2. Develop project timelines, budgets, and resources allocation plans in collaboration with the research team.
3. Ensure adherence to research protocols, regulatory guidelines, and institutional policies.
4. Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may arise during the course of the project.
5. Coordinate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, physicians, sponsors, and regulatory agencies, to ensure effective collaboration and progress of the project.
6. Provide regular updates and reports on project status, milestones, and budget to project team and stakeholders.
7. Manage and maintain project documentation, data, and records in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
8. Oversee recruitment and training of research staff, ensuring their compliance with research protocols and ethical standards.
9. Facilitate and support the development and submission of grant proposals and other funding applications.
10. Conduct regular project team meetings and facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members.
11. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of research projects.
12. Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in project management and research, and apply them to project management processes.
13. Mentor and provide guidance to junior project management staff and research team members.
14. Uphold and promote ethical standards and a culture of integrity and excellence within the research team and organization.
15. Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through presentations, publications, and other means.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Research Project Manager in Cambridge, MA, USA is between $81,000-$110,000 per year. Salaries can vary depending on education, experience, and the specific company or industry the research project manager is working in.

Massachusetts General Hospital (Mass General or MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School located in the West End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It is the third-oldest general hospital in the United States and has a capacity of 999 beds. With Brigham and Women's Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Mass General Brigham (formerly known as Partners HealthCare), the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. Massachusetts General Hospital houses the largest hospital-based research program in the world, the Mass General Research Institute currently ranked as the eighth-best hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.