"Resarch Project Manager A"

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Posted Job Title

Resarch Project Manager A

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Project Manager A

Job Description Summary

The Research Project Manager A will oversee all research projects led by Dr. Heather Nuske in the Center for Mental Health, including three recently funded clinical trials led by Dr. Heather Nuske in the Center for Mental Health. The first will test digital technology designed to improve data collection quality in aides who work 1:1 with children requiring behavioral support in schools. The second will test the feasibility of inclusion and social-emotional learning programming for autistic students in general education classes. The third will test the utility of technology to support autism diagnoses. All projects involve community and industry partnerships.

Job Description

The Research Project Manager A will oversee all research projects led by Dr. Heather Nuske in the Center for Mental Health, including three recently funded clinical trials led by Dr. Heather Nuske in the Center for Mental Health. The first will test digital technology designed to improve data collection quality in aides who work 1:1 with children requiring behavioral support in schools. The second will test the feasibility of inclusion and social-emotional learning programming for autistic students in general education classes. The third will test the utility of technology to support autism diagnoses. All projects involve community and industry partnerships. The Research Project Manager A will supervisor more junior staff and students in the lab, to submit IRB documentation, develop study materials, recruit and consent participants, collect and enter quantitative data, collect, code and document qualitative data, create and maintain databases, help to supervise any undergraduate employees or interns in Dr. Heather Nuske's lab that help on the project. The Research Project Manager A will also assist with the analysis of study data, liaise with project statisticians, co-author manuscripts and will assist with grant and contract writing and submissions, and will take a leading role in maintaining and nurturing positive working relationships with industry and community partners.

This position provides the opportunity to contribute to valuable research in the child development and digital mental health fields, and will involve being part of a dynamic team led by Dr. Nuske, Director of the Digital Mental Health (DMH) [@](mailto:@) Penn Working Group, within the Penn Center for Mental Health. See https://www.med.upenn.edu/cmh/ourpeople#personnel-description7 and https://www.digitalmentalhealth.org/ for more details.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Previous experience in an academic research environment is required. Outstanding organizational skills, data analysis skills, proven staff management experience and documented academic writing skills are essential. Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office suite, online survey software (REDCap), databases (SPSS), design software (Canva, Figma) and qualitative software (Dedoose) is also required. Exquisite attention to detail; the ability to manage multiple responsibilities including daily tasks and planning for longer-term projects; outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, particularly given the industry and community partnered aspect of this work; and the ability to work both autonomously and within a team are all essential for this position. Individual must be comfortable communicating with diverse audiences. Previous experience coordinating clinical trials is also required.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$62,000.00 - $70,958.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

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