Clinical Research Manager I - IQIC & Congenital Heart Valve Center

Job Posting Description

The Benderson Family Heart Center at Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Clinical Research Manager (CRM) to oversee daily operations of two (2) research programs:

The International Quality Improvement Collaborative (IQIC): Improving Care in Low and Middle-Income Countries (https://iqic.chboston.org) includes a network of over 50 pediatric cardiac centers in countries around the globe.

The Benderson Family Congenital Heart Valve Center optimizes treatments for congenital cardiac surgery, with the goal to reduce complications, improve surgical techniques, and valve function.

This Clinical Research Manager I - IQIC and Congenital Heart Valve Center (Cardiology/Cardiovascular Surgery) will be responsible for:

• Leads and manages the work of multiple clinical research trials/studies/databases and/or multiple research programs including: Regulatory submissions and maintenance; Trial/Study set-up (protocol binders, coordination of legal contracts & agreements); Participant selection (screening, recruiting, consenting); Database design & maintenance; Data collection/audit; Equipment and materials management; Coordination of study visits; Data Analysis (analysis file creation, statistical analyses, report generation); & Dissemination of results (preparation for presentations, posters, journal publications).
• Develops and oversees the implementation of best practice guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for maintaining data quality & research infrastructure across various types of clinical research protocols (trials, studies, registries).
• Collaborates and consults with PI, study teams, & study stakeholders on the design, development, & conduct of clinical research trials (Phase I/II), studies, & programs.
• Collaborates with PI and other scientific staff in financial sustainability activities: developing & writing grants & research proposals; seeking philanthropic support.
• Manages communication between study staff & internal and external stakeholders. Organizes and facilitates internal team meetings & external stakeholder meetings.
• Hires, trains, and manages research staff and conducts Performance Management process. As needed, develops and oversees program-specific on-boarding. As needed, identifies & manages interns & medical students.
• Monitors program budget, maintains financial records, establishes and maintains research billing schedule, & ensures compliance with hospital and governmental regulations.
• For IQIC specifically, plans and implements educational offerings & bi-annual learning sessions.

To qualify, you must have:

• A Bachelor's degree and 6 years of research and/or clinical experience. Master's degree in Public Health, Global Health, or a closely related field & 4 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• The ability to supervise & train staff, & possess aptitude for budget management.
• Strong interpersonal communication & effective problem-solving skills are required.
• Knowledge of basic QI tools and control charts preferred.
• The analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Must have advanced writing skills
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite). Working knowledge of EPIC & EDC applications desired.
• Demonstrated interest and proficiency in data visualization software or a willingness to learn & apply these techniques to support ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision & dental insurance, childcare & student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition & certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts & discounted rates on T-passes