Research Program Operations Specialist (Center of Excellence)
Core
Administrative oversight and day-to-day coordination of research-related activities, including grant applications, study protocols, and project implementation.
Role type
Research Program Operations Specialist
Builds
Research programs and study operations
Domain
Academic research / Clinical trials
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Grant application preparation, study protocol management, IRB/oversight group coordination, study operations manual design, case report form creation, data entry instrument preparation, project timeline management, meeting facilitation, data management oversight, data analysis coordination, abstract and presentation preparation, annual progress report generation, communication platform management, work plan and budget contribution, stakeholder communication, issue triage, resource coordination, budget expenditure oversight
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing grant applications, study protocols, and study-related documents; Prepare, submit and track protocols, amendments, and related documents relevant to appropriate Institutional Review Boards, DSMB, and other oversight groups; Design and prepare study operations manuals, case report forms, and data entry instruments for research projects; Oversee research program implementation, timelines, goals and conduct of related tasks; Conduct meetings and monitor progression toward goals; Track project deliverables and provide status updates; Oversee and coordinate data management and assigned data analysis; Assist faculty and/or staff prepare abstracts and presentations related to research projects; Prepare annual progress reports for sponsors and IRBs; Manage communications platforms related to the research; Contribute to work plans, reports, and budgets; Maintain ongoing communication with team members in all locations; Triage issues that require input of investigators and other committees to ensure efficient resolution; Identify needs and coordinate required resources, e.g. human, social, financial, etc.; Establish an appropriate flow of information and materials between various stakeholders; Ensure timely accomplishment of project tasks and goals with high quality; Provide oversight of budget expenditures and track project funds together with the Principal Investigator and finance staff
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC