Research Program Assistant Jobs in Barrington, RI

SUMMARY: Reports to the Research Center Manager. The Research Program Administrator · coordinates and facilitates the program objectives of all federally funded clinical research projects and other pharmaceutical and foundation supported studies within established short and long-term goals. · coordinates the research related projects within the department. · administers programs and day-to-day research operations including grant management, grant preparation financial activities, regulatory affairs, program and protocol development, quality assurance and data management. · establishes systems and procedures for smooth coordination of the research activities · supports the academic mission of the Emergency Medicine Department of Research Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists investigators with development, design and data management specifics of research studies. Coordinates the research activities of the work group and collaborates projects within the department. The Research Program Administrator ensures compliance in the regulatory aspects of the research activities. Assists research investigators in budgeting and managing financial accounts effectively within the guidelines and policies established by the Hospital as well as sponsoring agencies. Resolves problems as required. Through collaborative measures, the Research Program Administrator creates and maintains an effective, productive grants management team. Monitors the research through internal audits and by working with the resources of the Brown University Health, Office of Grants and Contracts to ensure adherence to protocols and procedures, sufficient productivity, efficiency, and alignment with other relevant programs. Develops and maintains complete records of protocol approval status and annual reviews. Coordinates all required submissions related to protocol, physicians and procedures to the Research Projections Office, Office of Research Administration (RPO). Monitors all studies in area of responsibility to ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and federal regulations, including documentation and consenting procedures. Through collaborative measure with the Department Finance team, may develop and maintain accurate fiscal reports on status of research activities and distribute to research investigators and research leadership as requested, assist in timely completion of institutional and funding agency report, forecast and review financial status of grant monies with investigators, ensure timely submission of information necessary to comply with hospital, state, federal and funding institutions ‘regulations. Support department mentorship programs and professional development including strategic planning in service to the department mission. Participate in coordination and oversight of activities, projects, and initiatives that serve the needs of training, educating and career development for faculty and center staff. Supervisor responsibility of Department Grants and Contracts team including hiring, training, and coordination of work assignments. Discipline and conduct performance reviews for team and monitor adherence to protocol and procedures as appropriate. Review and approve time and attendance entries for staff. Meet on a regular basis with departmental management as needed. Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational opportunities and literature. Other related duties as necessary. Other information: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Master’s Degree in public or hospital administration or biomedical sciences is required. Research Administrator must have experience in working with the subject population. The Research Administrator must have demonstrative knowledge of Federal regulations pertaining to clinical research using human subjects, especially in vulnerable populations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGEMaster’s Degree in public or hospital administration or biomedical sciences is required.The incumbent will have at least six years’ experience in the required field, with three or more progressively more years of responsible experience, depending on the size and complexity of the program(s). Experience should demonstrate leadership and training skills, knowledge of research regulations and the ability to work with collaborative groups. EXPERIENCE:The incumbent will have at least six years’ experience in the required field, with three or more progressively more years of responsible experience, depending on the size and complexity of the program(s). Experience should demonstrate leadership and training skills, knowledge of research regulations and the ability to work with collaborative groups. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYSupervisory responsibilities for up to 10 FTEs.

Pay Range:

$67,724.80-$111,716.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No