Opportunity Description: The Metabolism Unit (MetU), a clinical research unit at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), is seeking highly motivated individual to apply for a position as Program Manager for the Nutrition Obesity Research Center at Harvard. For more information about the MGH MetU, please see https://www.massgeneral.org/endocrinology/endocrine-unit/research/metabolism-unit.


The Program Manager will provide programmatic support for the Nutrition Obesity Research Center at Harvard (NORCH) in the following ways:


• Working to coordinate key research services of the NORCH including Core Services, Pilot & Feasibility Grants, statistical services, and enrichment opportunities for the NORCH membership and the Harvard community.


• Helping to organize large scale virtual and in person symposia for both local and nationwide audiences


• Supporting the dissemination of research results within the field of nutrition and obesity to our vibrant research community


• Serving as a central resource for all program related issues, including managing and scheduling meetings, liaising with development, troubleshooting website, coordinating all Center wide communications.


• Keeping up-to-date records of membership and publications


• Managing the center's website and outreach efforts


• Coordinating diversity and inclusion efforts


• Assisting in NIH Grant Progress Reports and Renewal Applications for the NORCH


Through this role, there will be opportunities to collaborate with a team of Physician-Scientists, Nurse-Scientists, Biostatisticians, and Clinical Research Coordinators on work that has far-reaching clinical implications. Motivated candidates may also take on additional special projects involving data analysis, literature review, and preparation of manuscripts for submission/publications.


This position is ideal for someone with a background in project management and a strong interest in science and medicine who enjoys working with teams is excited by opportunities to facilitate education, mentorship, and biomedical research. The MetU will support the professional development of the project coordinator through provision of opportunities to strengthen research and presentation skills and dedicated career mentorship.



Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Business, Health Policy, Public Health, or related degree preferred.


Desired qualifications include:


• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with members of the research team and the community


• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and projects, and prioritize competing demands


• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills


• Initiative and motivation to work hard


• Thoughtful and creative problem-solving skills


• Experience with common computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, reference management software



EEO Statement

Massachusetts GeneralHospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives andideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans andindividuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.