Project Manager II

The Clinical Trials Program Manager serves as a critical liaison between patient care clinics, physicians, and the clinical trials unit, strategically coordinating patient recruitment and physician participation in research initiatives. This role involves developing comprehensive recruitment strategies, tracking key performance metrics, and ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining detailed documentation and communication across departments. The position requires building strong interdepartmental relationships, managing complex logistical aspects of clinical trials, and creating supportive environments that encourage both patient and physician engagement in medical research.

Bachelor degree in Scientific major preferred, but years 10 + years of experience or more will be considered.

Job Summary

Oversees all aspects of planning, design, and execution of multiple, small routine projects or a moderately complex project. Assists in developing timelines and ensures adherence to deadlines. Manages financial aspects of projects and other administrative duties. Handles external correspondence and drafts reports and other communications.

Essential Functions

The University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department is searching for a Project Manager II for Clinical Trials.

Main responsibilities of position:

Act as a central communication hub, facilitating seamless information exchange between patient care clinics, physicians, research teams, and the clinical trials unit.

Develop comprehensive recruitment plans that strategically identify and approach potential patient participants across different patient care clinics.

Design targeted communication materials and outreach programs that explain trial benefits, potential risks, and the importance of clinical research, while ensuring clear patient communication.

Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians across various clinical departments, actively promoting the value and scientific significance of clinical trials.

Implement robust tracking systems to monitor trial recruitment rates, patient enrollment, physician participation levels, and overall trial progress.

Develop detailed dashboards and regular reporting mechanisms that provide real-time insights into key performance indicators.

Physical Effort

Ability to multitask on multiple running trials

Standing and sitting for several hours each day

Interactions with Clinical Patients

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Project Manager II

Job Family: Administrative Support

Job Sub Family: Program & Project Management

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Backg ound Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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