Houston Methodist - Houston, TX
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Houston, TX
501-1,000 employees
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
About the position
The Research Program Manager at Houston Methodist Academic Institute is responsible for coordinating processes that align the research and clinical interests of faculty and physicians with affiliated institutions. This role serves as a liaison for ongoing program activities, facilitating collaboration between research and clinical investigators, and managing relationships with industry partners. The position involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and maintaining organized documentation to support projects from pre-clinical to clinical stages.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate face-to-face discussions between collaborators to encourage effective transfer of ideas and records.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships to ensure timely communication of project modifications and updates.
- Serve as a liaison between multiple client groups and stakeholders across various management levels.
- Communicate results clearly and provide organized progress reports.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of business development materials and activities for the program.
- Support ongoing outreach, pilot programs, and project management activities of major projects and grants.
- Write SOPs and other regulatory documentation as needed.
- Maintain organized records of successful collaborative projects for reporting purposes.
- Coordinate elements required to translate pre-clinical safety studies in support of medical devices.
- Manage project-relevant information and documentation from conception to completion.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's or terminal degree preferred.
- Three years of experience in a health center (academic or clinical).
- Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Advanced spreadsheet skills, including pivot tables and data management.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in project management within a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for clinical research.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
