UNIV - Program Manager II - Director of Project Management

Job Description Summary

Description of Position:

Serve as the Director of Project Management for StrokeNet and Non-Network projects at Data Coordination Unit (DCU). This high-level leadership position requires detailed understanding of the Network and non-network trials workscope and working closely with the DCU Directors, Section Head Directors, and external StrokeNet collaborators to ensure synergy and consistency within the Network. This person will be responsible for the hiring, management, and direct supervision of StrokeNet DCU project management staff and will oversee the project management activities of StrokeNet and Non-Network trials coordinated by DCU.

NIH StrokeNet Network was created to conduct small and large clinical trials and research studies to advance acute stroke treatment, stroke prevention, and recovery and rehabilitation following a stroke across the lifespan. All trials conducted within the Network have their own NIH grant award, are required to be multicenter, and may include international sites. DCU is currently managing 10 multicenter clinical trials, 2 ancillary studies, and a novel platform trial within StrokeNet. We anticipate 6 more trials to be added to the Network in the next 3-4 years. In addition, DCU has 9 ongoing non-network multicenter trials being conducted in a variety of therapeutic areas. All trials have their own NIH grant award, are multicenter, and may include international sites.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-08

Pay Range

69,764.00 - 99,421.00 - 129,077.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Description of Position:

Serve as the Director of Project Management for StrokeNet and Non-Network projects at Data Coordination Unit (DCU).  This high-level leadership position requires detailed understanding of the Network and non-network trials workscope and working closely with the DCU Directors, Section Head Directors, and external StrokeNet collaborators to ensure synergy and consistency within the Network.  This person will be responsible for the hiring, management, and direct supervision of StrokeNet DCU project management staff and will oversee the project management activities of StrokeNet and Non-Network trials coordinated by DCU.

 

NIH StrokeNet Network was created to conduct small and large clinical trials and research studies to advance acute stroke treatment, stroke prevention, and recovery and rehabilitation following a stroke across the lifespan. All trials conducted within the Network have their own NIH grant award, are required to be multicenter, and may include international sites.  DCU is currently managing 10 multicenter clinical trials, 2 ancillary studies, and a novel platform trial within StrokeNet. We anticipate 6 more trials to be added to the Network in the next 3-4 years. In addition, DCU has 9 ongoing non-network multicenter trials being conducted in a variety of therapeutic areas.  All trials have their own NIH grant award, are multicenter, and may include international sites. 

Job Duties:

1. Provide comprehensive guidance and direction to StrokeNet and non-network collaborators pertaining to clinical trial issues.  Work with the StrokeNet’s leadership team on study-related issues confronting the Network and participate in new project development. Attend and present at StrokeNet and non-network meetings such as data and safety monitoring board meetings, investigator meetings, NIH meetings and study executive committee meetings. (20%)

2. Work closely with DCU Leadership to determine project management staffing needs for StrokeNet and non-network projects. Manage the efforts of StrokeNet and non-network project management research staff, including working closely with the Director on forecasting and budget planning. Hire, train, supervise, and mentor DCU StrokeNet and non-network project management staff including conducting annual reviews. (20%)

3. Identify areas that can benefit from synergy and consistency within the Unit.  Create quality management plans including organizing educational seminars for StrokeNet and non-network personnel within the unit to facilitate ongoing training and dissemination of information.  (15%)

4. Identify key areas across project management that require correction or improvement and provide direction and strategies to overcome barriers to accuracy, reliability, and efficiency, including the oversight of Network database changes.  (15%)

5. Maintain and oversee all central and site monitoring activities to ensure it meets DCU, StrokeNet, and trial requirements. Oversee the work of the DCU project managers to ensure all site monitoring activities are being completed efficiently. (15%)

6. Assess StrokeNet and non-network procedures with a focus on risk and implement changes to ensure high quality Network conduct. (10%)

7. Interpret policy and ensure StrokeNet and non-network procedures comply with federal regulations, good clinical practice, FDA guidance, and institutional requirements. (5%)

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and four years relevant program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

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