Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree preferred
4-6 years of research management experience preferred
4-6 years of experience in non-profit, research, or healthcare settings desired
3-5 years of planning, organizational, communication, and management skills
US Citizenship required
Strong oral and written communication skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and possesses a positive demeanor
Ability to lead, innovate, and motivate staff effectively
Flexibility with changing priorities and strong interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Responsibilities
Determine the project schedule for the research study
Support resource allocation for the project
Oversee award administration and ensure deliverables are met
Orchestrate the design and implementation of research processes
Promote safety and confidentiality for research participants
Adhere to OSHA, GLP, GCP, and infection control procedures
Prepare interim and final progress reports
Participate in data analysis and manuscript preparation
Maintain a collaborative environment among stakeholders
Ensure compliance with regulatory documentation and communications
Benefits
Hybrid remote work schedule (4 days in office, 1 day remote)
Opportunity to work on impactful research projects
Professional development and mentorship opportunities
Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration
Engagement with diverse stakeholders in the research community
Full Job Description
About The Position
The Project Director fully implements the research study under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The Project Director is responsible for the recruitment of research participants, the conduct of the research protocol, the management of the data collection and analysis process, the oversight of the grant budget and the preparation of interim and final progress reports.
This is a full time position with a hybrid remote work schedule - 4 days in office and 1 day remote in Ft. Bragg, NC. Background checks will be administered.
Program
Optimizing Human Weapons System (OHWS)
Salary Range
$105,000 - $120,000. 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
Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required, Advanced Degree preferred
4-6 years experience in research management preferred
4-6 years non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired
3-5 years experience in planning, organizational, communications, and management skills
US Citizenship
Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
Ability to execute the vision of the organization in response to changing conditions
Ability to provide strong leadership, innovative thinking, creative planning, and effective motivation skills to staff
Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and available to interact with employees, clients and sponsors of all levels
Ability to exercise independent judgment in fast-paced, high-pressured environment with strict deadlines and to manage multiple projects
Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results
Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
Management Responsibilities
Monitors staffing, hiring, salary negotiations and performance review processes for staff
Conducts counseling, corrective action, up to and including termination, with Human Resources and Director
Directs multiple programmatic/ study related conduct ensuring staff perform tasks within scope of project
Ensures staff demonstrate basic understanding of their job description
Plans and facilitates individual and team meetings
Assures all staff complies with Foundation and site policies, procedures and SOPs
Develops, manages, and mentors staff by providing training, guidance and feedback through reviews and meetings
Provides support, as needed, in the development and documentation of policy and best practice guidelines and internal controls
Provides technical direction and overall supervision and guidance to department to ensure compliance with all federal, state and governing regulations/laws
Provides day-to-day leadership enabling the program's success
Responsibilities
Determines the project schedule of research study
Supports allocation of appropriate resources
Oversees award administration and deliverables
Orchestrates process design and implementation of research study
Promotes safety and confidentiality of research participants at all times
Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and infection control procedures
Demonstrate proficiency in performing basic study related procedures as required
Maintains collaborative research environment between the Principal Investigator, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation and the funding organization
Prepares interim and final progress reports
Participates in analysis of the data and the preparation of the manuscript, as applicable
Maintains an updated literature library of journal articles related to the research topic
Maintains the security and confidentiality of all research records
Maintains and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office
