Program Officer, Research Data and Technology

PCORI•Washington, DC

4h•$130,000 - $147,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Program Officer is responsible for strategic decision- making and high-level program planning, management and monitoring of a program portfolio and program activities (e.g., advisory panels, workgroup meetings) that advance PCORI’s patient-centered research agenda. This position will focus on the use of data, technology and infrastructure, including PCORnet, the National Patient-Centered Clinical Research Network, to advance PCORI’s patient-centered research agenda. The primary responsibilities include providing scientific and programmatic oversight for funded research and infrastructure awards, developing and implementing outreach and engagement activities for researchers and other key stakeholders, and evaluating and implementing program activities to further the strategic direction of the program. A cover letter is required for this application. This position is located in Washington, DC, and is not eligible for full-time remote telework.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle and manage multiple priorities effectively; must be adept at organizing time efficiently; high tolerance for ambiguity; ability to understand and work effectively with PCORI staff members
Able to synthesize material and focus quickly on the essence of an issue; to identify major opportunities in a specific area; to see the big picture
Strong oral presentation skills
Strong project and people management skills
Personally motivated to support PCORI’s mission and goals; to link organizational goals to individual department mission and activities; to work independently and in teams to think imaginatively about opportunities; to create and respond to innovative approaches to addressing an issue; to inspire others to work towards achieving team goals
Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial, energetic, able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, awardees, consultants, external funders, and others who contribute to program development and management
Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in dealing with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
Ability to make decisions, justify recommendations, and is responsive and clear with funding announcement applicants
Ability to travel, as required, including for site visits and representing PCORI at external meetings;
Proficient in the use of technology
Ability to link organizational goals to individual department mission and activities
Ability to envision innovative solutions
Experience organizing and leading researcher focused outreach, communication, education, and engagement efforts.
Doctoral degree plus minimum of five (5) years of experience in a research discipline relevant to patient-centered outcomes research (e.g., clinical epidemiology, health services research, health policy, biostatistics, health economics, bioinformatics, data science, or health education) OR a Master’s degree in relevant field (e.g., MPH, MPA, MPP; or MBA) plus minimum of seven (7) years of experience.
Experience plus proven leadership in a funding research agency/organization; and/or extensive experience and proven leadership in research program and staff management.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to individuals with demonstrated understanding of the use of health data and technology infrastructure to support innovative approaches to health research or healthcare

Responsibilities

Assists Associate Director, Chief Officer, Research Infrastructure and Innovation and Patient Centered Research Programs (PCRP) leadership in identifying and implementing strategic objectives for the Program.
Identifies and manages the development and implementation of program funding activities (e.g., funding opportunity announcements).
Supports the strategy, work, and convening of committees, workgroups, and/or advisory panels of PCORI staff or stakeholders.
Collaborates with staff from the PCRP Programmatic Unit, including Comparative Effectiveness Research, Engagement, Dissemination and Implementation, Communications, Planning and Evaluation, and Program Operations staff in implementing program activities.
Works independently in managing research and infrastructure awards.
Leads efforts to increase the use of PCORnet by enhancing visibility and understanding of the unique capabilities of PCORnet by the research community through outreach and educational activities both virtual and in-person.
Identifies and manages the design and implementation of activities to support the development of program-specific PCORI funding announcements (e.g. working with external organizations including government organizations)
Develops, with input from PCORI staff and external organizations, program-specific PCORI funding announcements.
Actively engages in PCORI’s processes for reviewing and awarding applications received through the PCORI funding announcement process.
Advises awardees on the execution of their contracts
Engages in active portfolio management by monitoring awardees’ attainment of contract milestones and overall study progress, conducting site visits, and implementing learning networks or conferences to facilitate shared learning opportunities for relevant stakeholders.
Collaborates with Contracts Management staff to assess status of projects.
Evaluates the program’s portfolio to ensure balance and to identify need for modification of strategic funding directions and opportunities.
Advises potential applicants regarding their applications and the application process.
Represents PCORI publicly regarding program direction, program funding, and the application process and award results.
Participates in conferences, seminars, and other professional development activities to maintain and enhance expertise and professional status.
Leads, contributes to, and participates in internal groups and teams and cross-cutting initiatives. Carries out other responsibilities as assigned by PCORI management.
Keeps Research Infrastructure and Innovation and PCRP teams appraised of developments and occurrences in the field that are likely to affect program decision-making, strategies, and/or award decision-making.