TBI Research Activities Manager

Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a TBI Research Activities Manager to manage the implementation of clinical research protocols. The individual is an expert in the role and has full autonomy. This position will be in support of the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE) in Silver Spring, MD. TBICoE is a branch of the Research Support Division in the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and supports warfighter brain health by advancing the state of the science in TBI. The TBICoE’s mission is executed through subject matter experts embedded across DHA facilities with expertise in TBI clinical research investigations, surveillance, and dissemination of TBI tools to DoD medical personnel, service members, and veterans. This position is contingent upon contract award. Responsibilities Leads the execution of analysis plans for primary and secondary study objectives. Reviews new concepts, protocols and sub-studies and assists in the selection of appropriate study design as well as development of preliminary analysis plans. Interacts regularly with clinical investigators, site coordinators, regulatory and safety monitoring staff, laboratory personnel, data coordination center personnel, data analysts, biostatisticians, program managers and administrative staff. Develops, implements and oversees clinical research proposals, specifically the writing of protocols and associated documents, coordination of proposal submission and review processes, management of protocol development activities, oversight and guidance of protocol execution activities at clinical sites and the IDCRP Data Coordination Center, and ensuring project completion and final product development. Serves as the direct supervisor of clinical research site personnel. May include budgetary responsibility to include plan/forecast and prepare. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including required training. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct authority to make decisions on employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries, merit increases, performance evaluations and directs work activities. Supervises and oversees contract staff for administrative and personnel actions. Education and Experience Master’s degree required; PhD in brain‑health research (e.g., neurology, neuropsychology, neuroscience) with specialized experience in health science or project management preferred. Experience within one of these fields may be accepted in lieu of educational minimums. Minimum 4 years of experience working with government agencies and/or contracting required. Minimum 6 years clinical research execution, management, coordination, and/or oversight required. Prior research experience within the DoD/VA systems of care strongly preferred. Preferred experience in project management planning and applicable tools. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and experience regarding the execution of human clinical research trials and federal research administration (budget management, grant management, personnel requirements, regulatory compliance). Ability to use sound judgment in complex problem solving and solution‑focused response coordination and execution. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative and strong attention to detail. Must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Experience in the design, conduct and analysis of clinical trials and epidemiologic studies. Experience with utilization of electronic medical records preferred; background in microbiology and infectious disease epidemiology preferred. Prior supervision and mentorship of study personnel preferred; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form. Ability to effectively communicate research findings in presentations and publications. Prior presentation and publication record preferred. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills; ability to establish goals and agendas. US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening. Physical Capabilities Lifting up to 10 lbs. Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods. Work Environment Primarily an office setting and clinical environment. Compensation Annual salary range: $88,600–$150,800, actual salary determined by experience, education, etc. Benefits Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings, retirement plans, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants based on protected characteristics. Employees who have access to compensation information are bound by confidentiality as required by law. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c). Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.