Summary

The Pediatric Nephrology Research program is a collaborative, collegial and fast paced program that partners with many intramural and extramural researchers.  The program includes clinical trials, longitudinal cohorts, health services and translational research with funding from a variety of sponsors including, NIH, FDA, foundations, and industry. The patient–centered research program focuses on acute and chronic kidney diseases with an emphasis on nephrotic syndrome.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing and collaborating with a team of research professionals focused on a portfolio of research projects. The research team includes diverse faculty, fellows, program and project managers, biostatisticians, study coordinators, research area specialist, data analysts and managers, and administrative support. Research trainees/students are added to the team on occasion.

The ideal candidate will organize, prioritize, and manage their research projects and portfolio to assure studies are conducted with attention to quality, timeliness, and fiscal responsibility. The position requires strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and management skills.  The ability to work independently as well as part of a team and regularly exercise judgment in the application of policies, procedures, and methods is imperative. This position calls for open collaboration with a wide range of professionals.  The candidate must possess the ability to lead in a progressive and professional manner while maintaining a focus on positivity and collaboration.

Hybrid work environment.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Oversee clinical projects with responsibility for ensuring completion within specifications.  
• Develop and implement detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.
• Serve as the operational lead at coordinating center involved with project(s) working with national and international site-based teams
• Lead and provide guidance to research project teams. Recommend and take action to support the advancement of solutions to problems.
• Monitor study portfolio activities for recruitment, retention, data quality, study finances and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with protocols, quality control, data completion, and submission of study related documentation to the appropriate reporting agencies, including external sponsors and the IRB.
• Conduct systems, operations, and protocol related training for project investigators and study staff internally and at other institutions as needed (remote or in-person).
• Participate in research grant proposal and budget development and submission
• Participate in study design activities including protocol development, writing manual of operations, and case report form design
• Management of team members with a focus on human subjects research
• Provide evaluation and process driven systems improvements and incorporate feedback to optimize the research enterprise
• Travel up to 5% for study meetings, trainings

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, social, or medical sciences, or extensive relevant project management experience with demonstrated ability to be responsible for fulfilling required duties
• Experience with human subjects or health service research
• Working knowledge of FDA, ICH, and other regulatory compliance or adherence to training plan to achieve these credentials within 12 months of appointment
• Experience with pre & post-award activities with federally funded grants
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written
• Ability to prioritize and follow tasks through to completion
• Willingness to collaborate, think creatively, and work as part of a team with medical professionals
• Thorough knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft applications
• Excellent attendance and strong work ethic

Senior Level: 

• 5 years of project management experience and experience with complex project structures

Intermediate Level:

• 3 years of project management experience and experience with complex project structures

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with complex project structures
• SoCRA or ACRP certification

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.