Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Research Program Manager |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
CINJ-OHRS |
| Overview |
RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:
VISION:
Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.
MISSION:
Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.
CORE VALUES:
Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge
Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection
Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge
Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Program Manager in the Office of Human Research Services (
OHRS) at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
The primary purpose of the Research Program Manager, Clinical Research Operations, is to establish workflows and processes to support high-quality clinical research activities for assigned Disease Specific Groups (
DSG). In this role, the Research Program Manager is responsible for planning, supervising, and monitoring the daily work of all staff supporting the
DSG clinical research efforts. In addition, the Research Program Manager assures that all clinical research conducted within the Rutgers Cancer Institute is in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (
GCP) guidelines, as well as applicable Institutional, State, and Federal regulations and guidelines. This position is also responsible for meeting the goals and objectives established by the management team.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
- Serves as primary contact for all protocol related requests.
- Compiles all information and completes reports on time.
- Provides support and guidance consistent with staff needs as indicated by written evaluation and consultation with management and providers.
- Evaluates performance addressing both qualitative and quantitative aspects of performance; identifies strengths and areas that need improvement as indicated on written evaluation.
- Performs regular audits of assigned team to ensure that the data collected is completed and accurate and to ensure that the research project, database or protocol is carried out as outlined.
- Ensures that all appropriate Institutional, State and Federal regulations are followed throughout the course of the research project protocol.
- Conducts team meetings a minimum of monthly; ensures minutes are documented an available to staff as reference.
- Effectively contributes to and supports an environment that enhances the organization's mission/vision/goals and objectives.
- Collaborates with other services to improve the delivery of care.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
30S |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
105763.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
133789.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
161814.000 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description |
MPSC - Legacy UMD |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelors' Degree in a social science or related field.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of oncology research experience required.
- Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the educational requirement.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- Association of Clinical Research Professional (ACRP) certification or Society of Clinical Research Associates (CCRP) certification required within one (1) year of hire.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have excellent organizational skills, be proficient in computer applications (Word, Excel, Oncore), possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to maximize resources and be resourceful.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- One to two (1-2) years of supervisory experience in a clinical research environment preferred.
- Supervision in a unionized environment preferred.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
- No special vision requirements.
- Lifting up to 25 lbs.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment. Moderate noise.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1920 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
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