Clinical Research Project Manager A

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine•Philadelphia, PA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Research Project Manager A in the Department of Radiation Oncology manages investigator-initiated and sponsored clinical trials involving radiation therapy. This role ensures strict adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and radiation safety standards. Key responsibilities include onboarding, prioritizing, and overseeing the study team, managing detailed project operations, and collaborating closely with the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) team. The position is contingent on continued funding and is hybrid eligible after successful completion of an introductory period and 6 months of service.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and writing skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Flexibility and the ability to multitask.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations.
Demonstrated reliability and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise clinical research studies while providing operational support for research activities within the Clinical Research Unit (CRU), including management of detailed project operations and ensuring strict adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and radiation safety standards.
Execute study protocols; prioritize study team efforts; oversee timely and accurate data collection, research billing, and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs); actively manage ongoing projects; troubleshoot operational issues; and report study progress.
Provide cross-functional support to Clinical Research Coordinators within the department, assisting with all aspects of their responsibilities during absences or periods of increased workload, while overseeing human subject protection policies and procedures and participating in new study startup activities.
Oversee onboarding and ongoing training for Clinical Research Coordinators, Research Assistants, and summer interns within the CRU, and contribute to staff performance planning and evaluation processes.
Provide administrative support, including event and meeting coordination, conference logistics and follow-up, expense tracking, reimbursements, and invoicing.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Exceptional tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn and other institutions.
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial amount of time away from work for relaxation, vacations, personal affairs, illness/injury recovery, and family time.
Long-Term Care Insurance.
Wide variety of Wellness and Work-life Resources and programs.
Array of resources for Professional and Personal Development.
Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural and recreational activities (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, Penn Museum, Annenberg Center, Penn Relays).
Discounts and Special Services including free/discounted admission/memberships to Penn arts/cultural centers/museums, and savings on goods/services (cars, cellular phone service, movie tickets, theme parks).
Flexible Work Hours options for non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia, for closing costs or home improvements).
Adoption Assistance (reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with legal adoption, up to two adoptions).