Research Program Intern

MAPMG • Washington, DC

24d • $20 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG) invites applications for a
Research Program Intern to join our Mid-Atlantic Permanente Research Institute
(MAPRI) department. This position is a full-time, 40 hours per week, internship
opportunity based out of our regional office located in Washington, D.C. with a
hybrid work model. Please note, this position is ineligible for benefits. The
summer internship program runs for about 12 weeks with a start date of May 29th
and end date of August 14th. Click here
[https://www.midatlanticpermanentecareers.org/us/en/internship-program]to learn
more about MAPMG’s Internship Program.

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group is comprised of more than 1,700 Permanente
physicians and nearly 300 staff professionals who come together to make a
positive impact on the health and lives of more than 800,000 members in
Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Reporting to a Research Program Supervisor, the Research Programs Intern will
support research programs and physician-led research initiatives within the
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Research Institute. This role provides exposure to the
structure and operations of the Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States healthcare
system while supporting project management, research program coordination, and
scientific communications. You will assist research teams in evaluating clinical
programs, preparing scientific materials, and supporting administrative and
operational components of embedded research activities within a clinical care
delivery system.

Requirements

• Must be a current student enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program in Public Health, Health Sciences, Pre-Medicine, or a related field; Recent college graduates are ineligible for the internship program.
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours a week, for a minimum of 12 weeks.
• Specific project/work experience: Interest or coursework related to healthcare delivery systems, research administration, program evaluation, or clinical research operations.
• Will be expected to complete CITI Human Subjects Research certification.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to commute to the Washington, D.C. regional office as needed.
• Candidates must either currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Washington D.C. metropolitan area
• Must provide documentation of the Covid vaccine 2-dose series (or J&J 1-dose) prior to October 1, 2023, or documentation for 1-dose of the most current Covid vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) as a condition of employment. Must provide documentation for the influenza vaccine as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in research administration, healthcare operations, or project coordination is a plus.
• Experience with MS Excel, MS Word, and general administrative or project management tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop summaries and materials that support physician-led research initiatives and program evaluations.
• Prepare scientific and program materials, including research documentation, reports, and manuscript drafts.
• Partner with research scientists, physician researchers, communications specialists, and leadership to support ongoing research activities.
• Provide support for research program coordination, including tracking physician research requests and assisting with study implementation activities.
• Lead or assist with administrative and project management tasks related to research programs and special initiatives.
• Oversee or support program evaluation activities for clinical initiatives such as LGBTQ+, transplant, and genetics programs.
• Administer logistical and operational support for Research Program activities, including webinars, meetings, and research education events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees