Clinical Research Manager I - Center for Deployment Psychology

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation For The Advancement Of Military Medicine • Bethesda, MD

293d • $64,200 - $88,000

About The Position

HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Manager I to support the research portfolio of the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. This is the first of three Clinical Research Manager positions. This position is distinguished by troubleshooting standard operating procedures, dealing with moderately complex problems, and working with higher level managers to deliver solutions. This position will be in support of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences' Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP), which is based in Bethesda, MD. CDP strives to be the central hub for the Military Health System (MHS) in the development and implementation of training and education to clinicians of military-connected individuals. CDP currently provides training in Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Suicide Prevention, CBT for Insomnia, Brief Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and military culture, among others. CDP's research includes the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based psychotherapies; behavioral health services research; and patient focused research on mental health disorders such as PTSD, insomnia, nightmares, moral injury, and suicide prevention. The CDP research program utilizes community-based participatory research principles to guide the research design, methodology, and interpretation and implications of results. CDP's research team supports a portfolio of nearly $15 million in FY25.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required in Biology, Behavioral Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health or related field with a minimum of 6-8 years experience, or a Master's Degree with a minimum of 3-5 years experience.
• Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies related to research involving human subjects and military participants.
• Knowledge of clinical research procedures and methodologies.
• Proficiency in computer systems (PCs including MS Word and PowerPoint, Google Suite) and data management tools (e.g., MS Excel, SPSS).
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to establish goals and agendas, develop and maintain project timelines, and create project reports.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 public trust investigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage key program elements, ensuring program objectives and project goals are reached in a timely manner.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical research activities and available resources under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process and workflow improvements, and quality assurance reviews.
• Implement initiatives to enhance data quality, recruitment, and priorities.
• Ensure regulatory integrity of protocols through accurate and timely preparation and submission of documents and reports.
• Ensure program compliance with appropriate rules and regulations.
• Maintain detailed documentation and ensure it fulfills professional/industry standards.
• Coordinate with principal investigator and program managers to prepare grant/funding applications.
• Manage project budgets and develop contracts with vendors and subawardees.
• Support the Center's ongoing research efforts, including conducting literature reviews and assisting with the preparation of scholarly works.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree