Tufts University Boston , MA 02298
Posted 2 months ago
Overview
Tufts Comparative Medicine Services (Tufts CMS) in the Office of the Vice Provost for Research provides facilities, services, and information to facilitate effective research using laboratory animals at Tufts University and Tufts Medical Center in Boston and Tufts University in Medford. Tufts CMS is also obligated to ensure that animal care procedures and animal experimentation comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The management and operation of the animal care activities of all sites are integral to the animal care and use program. All centralized facilities are located within a 2-block radius, either in Boston or Medford and house in excess of 40,000 animals daily.
What You'll Do
The Preclinical Services Project Manager works under the supervision of the Senior Staff Veterinarian, and has a primary role in the CMS business operations, supporting technical operations and client relationships.
Responsibilities include:
Coordination
Collaborates with internal groups to assure resources have been identified and are available
Works with internal and external groups to manage deadlines and client needs
Advocates for client interests and monitor projects for change in scope and budget in excess of $4 million
Supports visits and audits from external parties
Oversees the complex scheduling process and maintain an accurate calendar of key activities for program
Project Lifecycle
Establishes and maintains partnerships with new and renewing investigators
Oversees and manages contract and Master Service Agreement negotiations
Implements timely interventions or process changes to meet department goals
Manages timelines and deliverables of internal and external projects
Ensures quality and completion of project deliverables
Administration
Assists in regulatory compliance inspections, audits, and investigations
Communicates critical information and maintain process checklists
Maintains process tracking records
Aggregates data and provides analysis on internal workflows
Establishes, maintains, and improves processes specific Key Performance Indicators
Process Improvement
Identifies areas for improvement in current processes
Supports the Director and investigators in after-action reviews and addresses client concerns
Participates in identified process improvements
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree and six or more years of work experience in Research and Development (R&D) or Academic Research
Strong attention to details, deadlines, and business guidelines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in developing tracking systems for internal processes
Master's degree or four years of project management experience
Professional certification such as PMP or PRINCE2
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Participation in professional organizations
Pay Range
Minimum $76,900.00, Midpoint $96,150.00, Maximum $115,400.00
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Responsibilities
The Preclinical Services Project Manager works under the supervision of the Senior Staff Veterinarian, and has a primary role in the CMS business operations, supporting technical operations and client relationships.
Responsibilities include:
Coordination
Collaborates with internal groups to assure resources have been identified and are available
Works with internal and external groups to manage deadlines and client needs
Advocates for client interests and monitor projects for change in scope and budget in excess of $4 million
Supports visits and audits from external parties
Oversees the complex scheduling process and maintain an accurate calendar of key activities for program
Project Lifecycle
Establishes and maintains partnerships with new and renewing investigators
Oversees and manages contract and Master Service Agreement negotiations
Implements timely interventions or process changes to meet department goals
Manages timelines and deliverables of internal and external projects
Ensures quality and completion of project deliverables
Administration
Assists in regulatory compliance inspections, audits, and investigations
Communicates critical information and maintain process checklists
Maintains process tracking records
Aggregates data and provides analysis on internal workflows
Establishes, maintains, and improves processes specific Key Performance Indicators
Process Improvement
Identifies areas for improvement in current processes
Supports the Director and investigators in after-action reviews and addresses client concerns
Participates in identified process improvements
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree and six or more years of work experience in Research and Development (R&D) or Academic Research
Strong attention to details, deadlines, and business guidelines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in developing tracking systems for internal processes
Master's degree or four years of project management experience
Professional certification such as PMP or PRINCE2
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Participation in professional organizations
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