The Research Project Manager (RPM) I will work in the EMBRACE (Ending Metastatic Breast Cancer for Everyone) Program and Research Cohort Study in the Department of Breast Oncology. Reporting to the Associate Director of Cohort Studies, this position will be responsible for day-to-day coordination and overall management of activities related to the EMBRACE Program and Research Cohort Study. The RPM will be responsible to report on his or her defined deliverables, to identify variances in project plan and to develop contingency plans when necessary to keep project milestones on track.

A Research Project Manager will assist in the oversight of various operational and training aspects of the EPIC / OnCore / CaTissue  and other applications supported by the DFCI Research Enterprise and RedCap platform for internal Breast Program databases.  The RPM will work closely and collaboratively with a variety of faculty and staff at all levels throughout DFCI, Brigham Cancer Care and the satellites to facilitate efficient screening of patients for relevant new studies and trials as they relate to metastatic breast cancer. The RPM will develop infrastructure, procedures, and tracking systems for project management services performed and collaborate with the Program Manager of EMBRACE who oversees the patient-facing aspects of the EMBRACE Program (e.g. newsletters, website, Webinar events, annual patient forum) to integrate the clinical and research aspects of the EMBRACE program. The RPM will be supervised and supported by the Associate Director of Cohort Studies to develop and implement strategies that will ensure compliance, consistency, and accountability across the Breast Program, specifically in alignment with the new Early Stage Program. This individual is responsible for creating a proactive, knowledgeable and cohesive project management platform that will support the wider research community in the Breast Program.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

The Research Project Manager I will work independently under general supervision of a more senior manager within their disease group or Clinical Trials Office.   This position may be responsible for some or all of the following:

• Responsible for day-to-day oversight and management of assigned projects.
• Responsible for development and maintenance of Trial Master File (TMF),
• Assists PI with protocol and consent form development for initial application and with subsequent amendment changes.
• Initiates, plans, facilitates and oversees the research project start-up, active and close out phases; for PI Initiated / Multi Center.
• Responsible for Case Report Form design with PI directives. Maintain study-related databases and prepare protocol-related reports as needed.
• May be responsible for scheduling research team meetings and conference calls, facilitating mailings and other project-related administrative tasks.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in a field relevant to clinical research and 1 – 3 years experience with project management and experience working on clinical trials (multi-center, oncology trials perferred).
• Experience in an academic institution and proven history of success in clinical research field is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of regulatory affairs, research ethics and the responsible conduct of research
• Ability to perform routine tasks related to the coordination of assigned clinical trials.
• Ability to identify problems or potential obstacles and escalate appropriately.
• Working understanding of DF/HCC SOPs and applicable federal and local regulations/policies.
• Independently performs all primary duties listed above under general supervision.
• Has critical thinking skills and an appropriate level of good professional judgment

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.