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0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated
Clinical Research Project Manager
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A Clinical Research Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day research operations of an organization undertaking clinical trials, usually pharmacological drug testing.
$155,713 / year median in Massachusetts
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Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary We are seeking a Clinical Research Project Manager to help lead and coordinate industry-sponsored clinical research initiatives from startup through execution. In this role, you will serve as a key connection point among investigators, research teams, sponsors, and institutional stakeholders—helping studies move forward efficiently, thoughtfully, and in alignment with project goals. This is an opportunity for a highly organized, collaborative project manager to contribute to research growth, operational excellence, and meaningful stakeholder engagement. You will manage timelines, coordinate cross-functional work, support process improvements, and help ensure that research projects are delivered with clarity, accountability, and high-quality communication. What You'll Do o Plan, coordinate, and execute clinical research projects and initiatives that support industry-sponsored research, investigator engagement, and research growth. o Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. o Bring together cross-functional teams, including investigators, research operations, data and analytics teams, sponsors, and institutional stakeholders. o Monitor project progress against goals, proactively identify barriers, escalate risks, and help implement solutions. o Serve as the central point of coordination for assigned projects, helping stakeholders stay aligned and accountable for deliverables. o Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, and governance discussions; document decisions, track action items, and ensure timely follow-through. o Create and maintain project documentation, status reports, dashboards, and leadership communications that support transparency and informed decision-making. o Collect, review, and support completion of regulatory and operational documentation required for study startup and implementation. How You'll Make an Impact o Contribute to improvement initiatives focused on research efficiency, stakeholder engagement, process standardization, and service excellence. o Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, project documentation, and operational workflows that help teams work consistently and effectively. o Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership regarding project progress, risks, opportunities, and outcomes. Collaboration and Sponsor Engagement o Serve as a primary liaison, when needed, between industry sponsors, investigators, subject matter experts, and institutional stakeholders. o Support and lead project meetings, sponsor discussions, site visits, and stakeholder working sessions, ensuring follow-up actions are completed. o Support the development and management of project scopes, budgets, proposals, statements of work, and sponsor deliverables. o Coordinate communication plans and provide regular project updates to leadership, sponsors, and stakeholders. o Perform other duties as assigned in support of the team and organizational goals. o Follow institutional policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to support compliant research operations Qualifications What You'll Bring Education Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Experience 3-5 years of research-related experience required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated analytical skills.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- $102,596.
EEO Statement:
0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857- 282-7642.