What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager I, Gerontology position at Wake Forest Baptist Health?
JOB SUMMARY
Under departmental direction and in coordination with the study Principal Investigators, performs management level work directed toward the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Care Giver Trauma Study. Requires the use of judgment and discretion in performing the assigned duties and responsibilities related to the project. These actions tend to establish precedents and direction for the project.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science with three years of relevant administrative and medical experience in research projects or other health related activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Supervisory ability.
- Master's degree in a relevant discipline with experience beyond three years preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assumes major responsibility for the successful and timely completion of the tasks that comprise the implementation phases of the Care Giver Trauma study including planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Coordinates advertising across multiply primary care clinics. Plans and coordinates community recruitment efforts, oversees recruitment, data collection, and follow-up activities, and provides oversight for study interviewers and the study coordinator.
- Translates planning and design decisions into concrete activities and tasks for project implementation and sets priorities for project implementation.
- Directs the development and preparation of data collection forms, procedural manuals, and other documents required for project implementation and evaluation.
- Directs the development of computerized methods for monitoring and reporting on the study.
- Ensures that all aspects of the following are completed:
- Study is conducted in accordance with the study protocol and contract
- Legal aspects adhere to state and federal regulations and guidelines
- Requirements of the Medical School and the University are complied with, relative to the conduct of the study
- Ensures technical requirements of the funding agency are met, including auditing requirements
- Represents the project to all related community agencies and organizations, serving as the study's liaison, spokesperson, and representative.
- Attends and participates in meetings related to the planning, implementation, operation, and evaluation of the study.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of scientific principles
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Clean, well-lit office environment
