Research Project Manager - Chicago, IL (HPM-Center for Gun Violence Solutions)

CGVS is seeking a Research Project Manager-Chicago, IL on a large Chicago-based research project to evaluate the outcomes from Scaling CVI Chicago (SC2)-a large community-based violence intervention initiative in select neighborhoods in the city. This position will work in collaboration with the PI to set the direction for a nearly $4 million, 3-year research project. Plans and directs the conduct of research operations which involves external partners at the University of Maryland, Northwestern University, and SC2, internal collaborators, and Chicago community-based organizations. Develops project plans, develops SOPs, oversees progress on all research activities and objectives, assists in writing progress reports and budget management. Responsible for managing research data collection staff, developing and implementing effective data management and regulatory procedures, and ensuring research staff are properly trained in human subject's research and project protocols.The Research Project Manager works under the general supervision of a PI(s) to manage the administrative and scientific implementation of a single complex and/or multiple research projects. As part of a research team, collaborates with faculty, develops project plan(s), develops SOPs, and oversees all activities for one or more research projects. Has accountability for grant submission and administration, and regulatory compliance. Supervises or oversees other exempt level research staff; may oversee staff at local or multiple sites.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPartner with investigator(s) and exercises independent judgement in managing the conduct of the research on behalf of the PI.Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PIs, and funding organizations.Collaborate with PI on protocol development and study design.Develop, or oversee development of standard operating procedures and data collection forms from protocol.Train and provide oversight of research data management and regulatory compliance issues.Develop, or oversee development of, study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in the budget.Assist PI with financial management of the project.Ensure the development, testing and evaluation of manuals, questionnaires, and coding structures, for the efficient collection of data.Oversee data collection and validation.Oversee quality control of study data.Lead study meetings to examine data, determine next steps, and implement changes to protocol operations based on results and goals.Contribute to presentations and manuscripts.Responsible for the recruitment, training, and supervision of research staff.Other duties as assigned.In addition to the duties described aboveWill travel to multiple sites throughout Chicago to Community Violence Intervention Sites and work independently mostly when not on site.Will be interfacing with partners and people in the community sites.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a related field.Five years of related research experience.Demonstrated supervisory or lead responsibilities.Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Preferred QualificationsMaster's Degree in a related field.IRB experience and community engagement.Important to have good management and leadership skills as the project is quite large.Bilingual Spanish and gun violence experience would be a plus.Technical Skills & Expected Level of ProficiencyBudget Management - AdvancedData Management and Analysis - AdvancedFinance Project Management - AdvancedOral and Written Communications - AdvancedProject Management - AdvancedRegulatory Compliance - AdvancedReport Writing - AdvancedResource Data Quality Assurance - AdvancedResearch Design - AdvancedStrategic Thinking - AdvancedThe core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.Classified Title: Research Project ManagerJob Posting Title (Working Title):Research Project Manager - Chicago, IL (HPM-Center for Gun Violence Solutions)Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MDStarting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)Employee group: Full TimeSchedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pmFLSA Status:ExemptLocation: RemoteDepartment name: HPM-Center for Gun Violence Personnel area: School of Public HealthJ-18808-Ljbffr