Project Manager

Neurology

Full Time

77738BR

Job Summary

Applies project management concepts and methods to conduct projects of moderate to high scope and complexity. Fully analyzes issues and problems, gathers data and information, finds and evaluates alternatives, and makes sound recommendations. Assists affiliate sites nationally and internationally to properly follow protocol procedures and consortium requirements.

The Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium (PNOC) currently seeks a Project Manager (PM) ideally with prior experience in project management to join the Operations Office and assist the Project Leaders, Operations Manager, and other Project Managers in the ongoing development of the internal consortium structure. The PNOC PM will work under the supervision of the Operations Manager and become part of the Operations Office of PNOC, managing multiple projects individually. The incumbent will manage safety review and reporting for active multi-center trials, interact with and report to industry partners, ensure statistical and safety reviews are followed as per protocol, and maintain protocols for clarity and completeness. The PNOC PM will be asked to work flexibly and cooperatively within the developing framework of the consortium to contribute to the overall success of the operation. This is not a clinical research coordinator position, however candidates with prior knowledge of ethics committee (IRB) submissions as well as patient, data, and regulatory document management within a clinical research trial will be given priority due to the need to work closely with, and understand the needs of, investigators and coordinators across multiple sites.

Department Overview 

PEDIATRIC NEURO-ONCOLOGY CONSORTIUM / NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY
The Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium (PNOC) was founded in 2012 in response to the growing need for innovative research in children/young adults with brain cancer. The consortium is a collaborative effort between nineteen domestic institutions as well as international institutions in Europe, Australia, Egypt, and India. The Operations Office for PNOC provides leadership and manages the infrastructure of the consortium and is nested under the UCSF Department of Neurology and the Department of Neurosurgery.

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Department Description

PEDIATRIC NEURO-ONCOLOGY CONSORTIUM / NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY
The Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium (PNOC) was founded in 2012 in response to the growing need for innovative research in children/young adults with brain cancer. The consortium is a collaborative effort between nineteen domestic institutions as well as international institutions in Europe, Australia, Egypt, and India. The Operations Office for PNOC provides leadership and manages the infrastructure of the consortium and is nested under the UCSF Department of Neurology and the Department of Neurosurgery.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with a major in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One or more years (s) of experience in project management, clinical research, administrative analysis, or operations research.
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze data and organizational skills that allow the ability to prioritize several different tasks, managing each task from beginning to completion.
• Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency working with programs like the Microsoft Office Suite, along with a strong ability and willingness to learn new software.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills, judgment, and diplomacy when communicating with staff and faculty at different levels of an organization and an ability to work with diverse groups, including physicians, researchers, faculty, fellows, students, nurses, and support staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to be self-motivated and perform effectively under the pressure of deadlines and multiple competing projects.
• Ability to independently interpret and apply policies, respond to requests, resolve issues, and provide assistance to faculty and staff at all levels in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with data abstraction and data entry.
• Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and Good Clinical Practice as it relates to clinical trials in Oncology.
• Prior experience with developing protocols for multisite oncology clinical trials.
• Experience with database management, relational databases, and/or designing queries and forms for accurate data collection and analysis.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint software.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience working with Oncology patients and/or experience working in a medical setting, either office or hospital.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007397 PROJECT POLICY ANL 2

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Mission Bay (SF)

Additional Shift Details

M-F; 8am-5pm