Research Project Manager I
Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.
At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.
The HIV Vaccine Trials Network (HVTN) Laboratory Center in the Immunology & Vaccine Development Program of the Vaccine & Infectious Disease Division is dedicated to understanding human immune responses and mechanisms of vaccine-induced immune protection against HIV, SARS-CoV-2 and other infectious diseases, such as malaria, Ebola and tuberculosis.
Responsibilities
This position will report to a Senior Staff Scientist in the McElrath HVTN Laboratory and will track the portfolio of active and upcoming research studies, coordinating with HVTN, laboratory and statistical colleagues. Job duties include:
- Set project goals and timetables, ensuring that all research and administrative activities are completed
- Coordinate, plan and attend meetings, monitor activities to ensure objectives have been met within designated time frame, and coordinate follow-up activities
- Serve as project/study liaison, representing the team to other Center departments, funding sources, affiliated individuals or institutions, and outside organizations
- Coordinate grant/contract application process and associated progress reports, writing portions of progress reports as required
- Develop and monitor project/study budget, ensuring that all financial allocations and expenditures are in accordance with grant/contract guidelines and requirements
- Coordinate space and equipment planning and utilization, evaluating current project/study needs, overseeing the acquisition of space and equipment, anticipating and planing for future needs
- Assist the investigator(s) in the design of project/study methods such as study subject selection and retention, data collection, and database management
- When applicable, coordinate the submission of study results and manuscripts for publication
- Performs other responsibilities as required
Qualifications
- BA/BS in related field required, MA/MS/MPH preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of research management or laboratory experience
- High level of attention to detail, organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy
- Advanced interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Must demonstrate highly collaborative and communicative style as well as relationship building across multiple stakeholders.
- The ability to create and manage project schedules, including tasks, deliverables, milestones and schedules
- Proficiency in MS Office, Illustrator or other drawing program, JMP or Excel, and Microsoft Project or Smartsheet is highly desired
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in your career or that will be made through work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.