Program Manager, Infectious Diseases Research

Position: Program Manager, Infectious Diseases Research Location: Boston, MA Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid (on-site 4 days per week) About BMC Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital; it's a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all and is the largest safety‑net hospital in New England. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030, a long‑term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world. Position Summary The I‑CARE (Infectious Complications Assessment and Research) lab at Boston Medical Center/Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with or at‑risk for infections such as HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) co‑infection. Our collaborators include physicians, epidemiologists, policy makers, and public health officials. The Program Manager is responsible for planning and managing the overall execution of research initiatives by the PI, including meeting necessary quality, budget, and timeline targets, and making or recommending operational strategies and/or decisions (with input from study team and PI) in support of achieving research objectives. Job Responsibilities Research Project Implementation Works with the PI to recommend, create, and implement changes across the research portfolio. Provides program‑level direction to study coordinators on the development of protocols, SOP/MOPs, data collection procedures, clinical and data quality management plans, data collection instruments, and training materials. Works with the research team to facilitate & ensure protocol adherence, data and clinical quality assurance activities, timely and accurate data collection, and timeline adherence to achieve study goals. Provides input on data cleaning and analysis across the research portfolio. Assists investigators with the interpretation of data collected and preparation of study reports. Ensures recruitment goals are met and contributes to developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies. Works with PI and research team to develop presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts, with lead or co‑authorship opportunities. Regulatory and Financial Management Develops and submits annual progress reports for external funding agencies/sponsors (e.g., NIH). Performs IRB protocol activities: develops new protocols, submits amendments as needed, ensures investigators and staff comply with training regulations, tracks & reports adverse events, and drafts progress reports. Works with PI to develop budgets. Conducts regular budget tracking and forecasting. Functions as a key liaison with funding sources and regulatory agencies, ensuring clear communication and compliance. Administrative Support Ensures smooth integration of all study components. Works with PI to prepare communications on progress of and findings from studies to external stakeholders. Monitors guidelines and policies to ensure compliance with all government regulations and alignment with the organization’s mission. Coordinates monthly research meetings to review project status and progress, discusses group topics of concern, schedules, and leads other meetings as needed. Assists with identifying funding sources and preparing grant proposals (literature searches, develops budgets, assembles supporting materials, writes select sections, and submits grant applications). Personnel Management Leads the selection of qualified employees for employment following all policies, guidelines, and applicable laws, working with Program Director, department managers, and Human Resources. Responsible for effective personnel management including training, directing, chairing meetings, mentoring, and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence. Monitors productivity and performance to identify and evaluate research team strengths and training opportunities in relation to operational effectiveness. Conducts employee performance evaluations and disciplines, when appropriate, including termination, with appropriate supportive documentation as per established policy. Maintains personnel files for all assigned staff, including current CV, job description, core competency ratings, mandatory education requirements, continuing education requirements, and yearly performance evaluation/goals and objectives. Maintains time‑off records; processes all payroll requests, action forms, time cards and vendor/sub‑contractor billing. Assists with orientation and supervision of graduate interns, residents, and research assistants rotating through the department. Education Requires a Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) with an emphasis in public administration or public health. Experience Minimum of five years of related work experience, including one year of leadership or supervisory experience. Knowledge and Skills Ability to provide leadership and coordinate the work of a team of assigned team members; analyze needs and apply resources effectively to meet those needs. Excellent oral and written communication skills; detail‑oriented in all notes and documentation. Demonstrated ability and experience in grant management, training, team building, program development/management, problem‑solving, and community building. Ability to achieve targeted results through motivating, mobilizing, and delegating to others. Experience with Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet and web page usage/updating, social networking and other technologies. Demonstrated skills in providing services in a multicultural environment. Job Benefits Competitive pay Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options Career advancement/professional development: access to ongoing training and development opportunities, especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research. Pioneering research: engagement in groundbreaking research projects that drive the forefront of biomedical science. About the Department As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health. Compensation Range $53,000.00 – $77,000.00 (based on minimum job qualifications; range may vary with experience and additional factors). Equal Opportunity Employer Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center (BMC)