Project Manager

The Project Manager supports the implementation of the research study under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).The Project Manager is responsible for the recruitment of research participants, the management of the data collection, and oversight of the grant budget.

This is an on-site position assigned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, MD. A thorough government background check will be required.

About the Project

Join the SWORD Lab in taking a deep dive into the “fight-or-flight” (sympathetic) system and its functionality during sleep. This project aims to characterize this physiology while testing a novel, noninvasive modulation of sympathetic hyperactivity.

Salary Range

$65,000 – $90,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Project Management Certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management required
• Minimum of 5 year’s research experience required
• Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software

Management Responsibilities

• Supports the management of the study budget and complies with Standard Operating Practices of The Geneva Foundation and site as applicable
• Exhibits a high degree of flexibility in the management of and participation in complex research team communications
• Advises and assists in management duties of the project
• Assists and advises on budgetary and resource management topics

Responsibilities

• Promotes safety and confidentiality of research participants and records at all times
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing basic study-related procedures as required
• Maintains a collaborative research environment between the PI, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation, and the funding organization
• Supports and, where appropriate, directs the following research activities: Prepares research study reports to include awareness of regulatory submission process
• Executes and maintains research study under the direction of the Principal Investigator
• Manages study documentation (paper and electronic formats)
• Subject recruitment, enrollment, consenting and follow-up communications, supports, executes, and monitors human performance testing with clinical systems
• Maintains documentation of all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
• Procures supplies and equipment as authorized per research budget guidelines
• Coordinates and schedules study subject groups and individual interviews to include scheduling of available office space/training rooms, access to work areas during and after hours, and preparation of any equipment necessary for data collection
• Maintains research study administrative, logistical, technical, and data management functions, following proper security measures where appropriate
• Maintains the physical security of the research office space and equipment to include key control
• Supports the preparation of manuscripts and reports to include budget discussion, formatting and editing
• Performs research and development duties that assist current programs managed or developed to help insure work efforts are successful
• Provides technical and after-action reports as requested