Oregon Health & Science University
Research Project Manager
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Job Overview
The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences (OHSU) is an independent research institute dedicated to improving workplace health and safety. The Research Project Manager will oversee multiple projects under the direction of Dr. Nicole Bowles, focusing on (1) the interconnection between cannabis and related substances, sleep, and circadian rhythms; and (2) occupational health programs for firefighters and first responders.
Responsibilities
Provide scientific and technical leadership in determining research priorities and designing study protocols.
Develop and implement new processes and protocols to support research studies and maximize study capabilities.
Oversee completion of study activities per protocol and ensure compliance with regulatory rules.
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret study data to determine relevance to research objectives.
Assist PI in developing statistical methods and model data analysis, report results, and prepare scientific manuscripts.
Act as liaison between sponsoring agencies, collaborating organizations, and educational institutions.
Manage study budgets, approve expenditures, and negotiate vendor prices and specifications.
Train, direct, and mentor junior coordinators, students, residents, and postdocs.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a relevant field and three (3) years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of Bachelor’s degree and training/experience.
Experience or skills in project management, supervision, and oversight of research studies.
Experience conducting human-subject studies (e.g., prior IRB‑approved protocols, GCP training, safety monitoring, adverse‑event monitoring).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Discretion and integrity in handling sensitive participant information.
Ability to gather, compile, analyze, and maintain information from a variety of sources, including research publications, web sources, and internal and external contacts.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and three (3) years of relevant experience.
Experience with data management and descriptive analyses, survey construction, and general health or safety interventions.
Experience in occupational safety and health or FDA regulatory processes.
Training certificate, coursework, and/or experience in project management.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex multiyear, multi‑site, or longitudinal studies.
Competence with data management systems (e.g., REDCap, electronic lab notebooks, clinical trial databases).
Experience supervising and training junior staff, students, or interns.
Experience drafting, implementing, and overseeing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling Schedule I substances.
Hands‑on experience with human subjects research in substance use, sleep, or circadian biology.
Prior experience with grant writing, progress reports, or manuscript preparation.
Additional Details Typical weekday day shifts; evening, overnight, and weekend shifts required regularly. Requires ongoing on‑site work, travel, and some teleworking may be negotiated.
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Aff…
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Responsibilities
Provide scientific and technical leadership in determining research priorities and designing study protocols.
Develop and implement new processes and protocols to support research studies and maximize study capabilities.
Oversee completion of study activities per protocol and ensure compliance with regulatory rules.
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret study data to determine relevance to research objectives.
Assist PI in developing statistical methods and model data analysis, report results, and prepare scientific manuscripts.
Act as liaison between sponsoring agencies, collaborating organizations, and educational institutions.
Manage study budgets, approve expenditures, and negotiate vendor prices and specifications.
Train, direct, and mentor junior coordinators, students, residents, and postdocs.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a relevant field and three (3) years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of Bachelor’s degree and training/experience.
Experience or skills in project management, supervision, and oversight of research studies.
Experience conducting human-subject studies (e.g., prior IRB‑approved protocols, GCP training, safety monitoring, adverse‑event monitoring).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Discretion and integrity in handling sensitive participant information.
Ability to gather, compile, analyze, and maintain information from a variety of sources, including research publications, web sources, and internal and external contacts.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and three (3) years of relevant experience.
Experience with data management and descriptive analyses, survey construction, and general health or safety interventions.
Experience in occupational safety and health or FDA regulatory processes.
Training certificate, coursework, and/or experience in project management.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex multiyear, multi‑site, or longitudinal studies.
Competence with data management systems (e.g., REDCap, electronic lab notebooks, clinical trial databases).
Experience supervising and training junior staff, students, or interns.
Experience drafting, implementing, and overseeing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling Schedule I substances.
Hands‑on experience with human subjects research in substance use, sleep, or circadian biology.
Prior experience with grant writing, progress reports, or manuscript preparation.
Additional Details Typical weekday day shifts; evening, overnight, and weekend shifts required regularly. Requires ongoing on‑site work, travel, and some teleworking may be negotiated.
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Aff…
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