Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

08/09/2024

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1128989

Position Title

Research Project Manager

Department this Position Reports to

The Dartmouth Institute (TDI) for Health Policy and Clinical Practice

Hiring Range Minimum

$67,400

Hiring Range Maximum

$84,200

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

Yes

Position Purpose

To plan, manage, and execute one or more complex multiple-component research projects studying healthcare delivery, health policy, and clinical practice. Serve as an integral member of the research team to develop and achieve project(s) objectives, develop and facilitate execution of project plans, communicate project status to leadership, and work effectively toward problem resolution.

Description

The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice ( TDI ) is a community dedicated to a mission of improving population health, reducing health disparities, and creating high-performing, sustainable health systems. For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of health and healthcare, making a tangible difference in the lives of people.
This role would join TDI’s Coproduction Laboratory and Dartmouth’s Promise Partnership Coproduction Learning Health System team focused on co-designing, implementing, and evaluating novel tools and care processes that support partnerships between patients, clinicians, and researchers to promote the discovery of new knowledge. We leverage the power of partnerships between patients, families, communities, health professionals, and health systems to co-create and test innovative approaches to improve health and health care. From concepts of human-centered design, coproduction, quality improvement methodologies and learning health systems, our multifaceted approach ensures that we are making a significant impact. We are seeking applicants who have experience working with electronic health record data to lead a team in the development of tools such as patient-level dashboards to support shared-decision making and population-level dashboards to inform operations, quality improvement, and research.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive work environment, where every team member’s contribution is valued. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, we empower our colleagues to achieve their full potential and drive positive change.
Join us at TDI and be part of a dynamic team of scientists, data analysts, improvers, clinical team members, patient partners, and health system administrators all working towards a shared goal of better health outcomes, better care experiences, and better science.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Seven or more years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five plus years of experience in research project management or healthcare with a focus on data governance and regulatory
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Project management skills and ability to work independently, taking initiative to advance projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of rigorous research design, implementation, data management, and analysis.
• Ability to use sound judgment when interacting with outside parties.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate and interact with all staff, management, and executive leadership levels.
• Ability to contribute to reports, presentations, and technical paper writing.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Experience with healthcare information technology/electronic medical record data and the associated technical language.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Scott Shimoda

Department Contact Phone Number

Scott.Shimoda@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Megan Holthoff, Research Project Director

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy


Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/75232

Key Accountabilities

Description

Manages operational processes for one or more complex projects across the entire life cycle of research activities: developing and implementing protocols, data use agreements, data collection, data analysis, project timelines, and reporting. Oversees data management activities, including data definitions, documentation, data management, and reporting. Monitors data output and collaborates with statistical analysts or statisticians.

Percentage Of Time

40%

Description

With project leadership, facilitates quantitative and qualitative data analyses to complete research deliverables. Supports the development of papers and presentations, conducting necessary literature searches and reviews, and developing subject matter expertise that advances the completion of project deliverables.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

Establishes and maintains collaborative interactions with internal and external stakeholders necessary to achieve shared goals, advance the research, and disseminate findings internally and externally, including reporting to study sponsors.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Leads development of reports for sponsors and contributes to the development of grant proposals.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Supports submission of Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) and data use agreements and assures that subject data confidentiality and integrity are appropriately maintained.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Problem-solving with partners to ensure the integrity of research projects and achievement of deadlines and benchmarks. Resolves issues using own judgment.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Supervises activities of junior project staff and other partners and develops training and necessary instructional materials, manuals, and toolkits.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Organizes meetings (i.e., research meetings, advisory board meetings) and conducts follow-up communications to advance the work and ensure follow-up actions are completed.

Percentage Of Time

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae