Overview
Join the HJF Team!
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.
HJF is seeking a Research Project Manager I or II to support research conducted at the Military Traumatic Brain Injury Initiative (MTBI2) under the Uniformed Services University, on the Investigating training associated blast pathology (INVICTA) study. MTBI2 brings together the expertise of clinicians and scientists across disciplines to catalyze innovative approaches to traumatic brain injury (TBI) research.
The Research Project Manager I or II will drive successful completion of key deliverables and stated objectives for a single project or multiple non-integrated projects by coordinating and monitoring the status of work performed by technical staff.
Learn more about the project: Investigating Training Associated Blast Pathology (INVICTA).
Responsibilities
- Manage operational elements of one or more operational research projects to include a multi-site blast observational research. Document project scope and plan, confirming objectives, technologies, schedules, milestones and deadlines, funding, and available resources with key stakeholders. Produce and distribute project status reports and documents.
- Communicate and collaborate with others, including but not limited to project team members across several sites, management and other key stakeholders about project requirements and objectives. Document and evaluate existing processes, procedures and guidelines making recommendations for enhancements and improvements as appropriate. Obtain approval for out-of-scope modifications.
- Monitor project costs incurred. Prepare and maintain project budget and related reports.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience with working on scientific projects, to include clinical trials and studies.
- Ability to communicate clearly, work well with others, identify and resolve problems, and deliver results as a team.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software.
- Must have experience with managing and projecting budget.
Qualifications
Work Environment
- This position will take place primarily in an office setting.
Education and Experience
- Level I
- Bachelor’s Degree; Masters Degree preferred
- Minimum of 0-2 years experience required
- Level II
- Bachelor’s Degree; Masters Degree preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience required
Compensation
- The likely salary range for this position is $54,700 USD to $80,000 USD based on a 40-hour work week. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final salary will be determined based on market analysis, experience, and education.
Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.
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.
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.