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POSITION SUMMARY

The Translational Research Project Manager I (TRPM) is responsible for assigned day-to-day coordination and overall management of translational and biobanking research projects supporting the research efforts of translational research investigators in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology. Translational research projects might include coordination of collecting blood, tissue and clinical data for research projects closely connected to clinical care and future treatment opportunities.

The Translational Research Project Manager I supports grant applications, progress reports, project initiation, regulatory needs for projects, general project management, and identifying patients for projects. This position will have the dual role of supporting the needs of clinical and laboratory-based investigators playing an important role in bridging the two sides of research.

The Translational Research Project Manager will assist indirectly supervise research coordinators who support these research projects. The Translational Research Project Manager will independently manage a separate portfolio of projects for each investigator. Specific tasks and responsibilities are varied and dependent on the needs of the department and investigators.

This position is 2-3 days remote. Only applicants living in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, or New Hampshire at the time of employment will be considered. Candidates must have the ability to work from our Boston, MA office for onsite days.??

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.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Translational Research Project Manager I will work independently under general supervision of a more senior manager within their disease group.?? This position may be responsible for the following:

• Day-to-day oversight and management of assigned projects.
• Assist PI with grant applications, progress reports, and other aspects of the grant funded research process.
• Assist PI with regulatory needs of projects including new protocol submissions, amendments, deviation filling, and other needs based on the nature of the project.
• Lead and participate in periodic meetings with internal and external collaborators.
• Assist Clinical Research Managers or Senior Translational Project Manager(s) with supervision of staff working in project areas of responsibility.

??KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to perform routine tasks related to the coordination of assigned research projects.
• Ability to identify problems or potential obstacles and escalate appropriately.
• Working understanding of DF/HCC SOPs and applicable federal and local regulations/policies.
• Ability to independently perform all primary duties under general supervision.
• Good critical thinking skills with an appropriate level of professional judgment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will assist with supervising indirect research staff including Clinical Research Coordinators, Research Data Specialists, Research Assistants, and/or Research Technicians with possibility of direct reports.

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PATIENT CONTACT:

May assist Clinical Research Coordinators and/or Research Data Specialists with consenting patients to research protocols and have other patient contact.

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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.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor???s degree required, preferably in a field relevant to clinical research.??
• 2 years of clinical research experience required, experience working on translational research projects preferred.
• 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.

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.

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