Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The Research Program Manager is responsible for the coordination and facilitation of clinical research for Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic North (Nazareth Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center) consistent with requirements of the Institutional Review Board and HIPAA requirements. The position requires a comprehensive and detailed understanding of research policies/protocols, residency requirements and hospital policies, as well as a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Title: Program Manager Medical Research

Employment Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Shift: Day Shift
Location: St. Mary Medical Center

Position Purpose

• The Program Manager is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and growth of industry-sponsored clinical research within the hospital, while also supporting the scholarly mission of Graduate Medical Education (GME). ​

As a “Job Title” you will:

• Manage and facilitate all aspects of industry-sponsored clinical research studies from feasibility through study closeout
• Serve as the primary liaison between sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), investigators, and hospital departments
• Coordinate study start-up activities including feasibility assessments, budgeting, contract negotiation support, and regulatory submissions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines (e.g., IRB, FDA, GCP)
• Monitor study progress, enrollment targets, timelines, and financial performance
• Support audit readiness and ensure proper documentation and reporting requirements are met
• Develop and expand the hospital’s portfolio of industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated research
• Identify new research opportunities and partnerships aligned with institutional priorities
• Collaborate with leadership to establish goals, metrics, and strategic direction for research growth.
• Mentor medical residents, fellows, and faculty in research design, methodology, and implementation
• Provide guidance on:
  • Study design
  • Protocol development
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Manuscript and abstract preparation
• Develop and deliver educational sessions, workshops, and seminars on research skills and scholarly activity
• Support residents and faculty in meeting ACGME scholarly activity requirements
• Promote a culture of inquiry and academic scholarship across departments
• Track and report scholarly activity metrics (e.g., publications, presentations, grants)
• Assist clinicians with research project development, including quality improvement and clinical research projects
• Plan, organize, and execute an annual interdisciplinary GME Research Day
• Coordinate abstract submission, review processes, and judging criteria
• Engage faculty and external reviewers/judges
• Oversee event logistics, scheduling, poster/oral presentations, and awards
• Ensure broad participation across specialties and disciplines
• Ensure adherence to Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards and human subject protections
• Maintain knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and implement best practices
• Provide guidance on ethical research conduct and compliance
• Partner with hospital leadership, department chairs, GME leadership, and research administration
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians, educators, and researchers
• Serve as a resource for research-related questions and problem-solving

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required (e.g., Clinical Research, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field)
• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) preferred
• 5+ years of experience in clinical research, with a strong focus on industry-sponsored trials
• Experience in an academic medical center or teaching hospital preferred
• Demonstrated experience mentoring trainees or faculty in research

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.  
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.  
• Free onsite parking.  
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.   
• Referral Rewards Program 

St. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect.  St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.