Project Manager II - Murtha Cancer Center

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HJF is seeking a Project Manager II to support the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program (MCCRP) at the MCCRP Rockledge Office located in Bethesda, Maryland. The successful candidate will assist in the scientific coordination and quality management of a study involving Multi-Cancer Detection Tests and other studies deployed at multiple, geographically dispersed Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs). The successful candidate will assist MCCRP leadership to ensure delivery of quality, efficient, and timely outcomes of research projects. They will be required to prepare monthly reports for MCCRP leadership, which will include scientific status updates, challenges/issues and quality improvement processes for the Vanguard project and other MCCRP projects.

The Department of Defense (DoD), represented by USU/MCCRP, is participating in the NCI Cancer Screening Research Network (CSRN). The CSRN consists of seven civilian healthcare systems, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the DoD. The first study the CSRN is undertaking is a pilot study, known as the Vanguard Study (on Multi-Cancer Detection), which will enroll approximately 18,000 total volunteers over four years. Multi-Cancer Detection tests are purported to screen for several types of cancers using only a blood sample. The study will address if detection with this method leads to better outcomes and more lives saved. The results of the Vanguard study will inform the design of a larger randomized controlled trial involving about 225,000 total people.

This position will be in support of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, in Bethesda, Maryland. The Murtha Cancer Center is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Organize and manage the study activation process to ensure study startup is not delayed and monitor progress throughout the life of the study to ensure end-product is realized (enrollment goals are met, papers, poster presentations, Intellectual Property, etc.).
• Coordinate with investigators, clinical trial specialists, project managers, data specialists and statisticians from multiple institutions to support the Vanguard study and other MCCRP protocols.
• Collaborate with investigators and Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) in the development of workflows, SOPs, research protocols and preparation of regulatory submissions to Institutional Review Boards (IRB) at the MTF level and National Cancer Institute Central IRB.
• Supervise CRCs located at multiple MTFs.
• Facilitate the coordination of multidisciplinary efforts regarding quality management and regulatory readiness including coordinating protocol-specific training for study site staff and investigators, maintaining training logs and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with investigators and external collaborators; attend cross-functional meetings in the coordination and execution of projects.
• Participates in routine (weekly/monthly) update and QA calls with MCCRP and/or MTFs and study sponsor.
• Assist with the development of statements of work, progress reports, metrics, deliverables, and milestones.
• Able to advise the Principal Investigator and Director of the MCCRP on what each partnering site needs to effectively contribute to Vanguard and other MCCRP protocols and support leadership in research initiatives helping to meaningfully advance project progress.
• Assist with the preparation, editing and submission of grant proposals, letters of intent, manuscripts, abstracts and poster presentations as needed.
• Manage complex project logistics.
• Performs other dues and responsibilities as assigned or directed. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven experience as a Project Manager for federally funded research programs and projects.
• Proactive problem solving and project coordination skills.
• Knowledge and expertise in clinical research trials.
• Ability to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Fluency in the use of virtual meeting platforms (Google Meets, Teams, etc.).
• Fluency in the use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to obtain a T1/Public Trust Background Check.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $67,500-$110,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.