Research Project Director

SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the project Principal Investigator (PI) and the Senior Principal Investigator and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Project Director will be responsible for overseeing a behavioral program focused on HIV and substance use, and all associated documentation and related activities for a multi-site federal grant, as well as other research and programmatic administration related to HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).ssResponsibilities will primarily include project oversight, recruitment, data management and intervention delivery. Responsibilities may also include related administrative tasks. The Project Director will work to support clinical and community-based activities in concordance with statewide efforts to reduce HIV/STI incidence and promote substance use treatment. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Works independently as well as with a diverse clinical and research team, and navigates within a large, interdisciplinary hospital-based system to organize and implement the clinical protocol of research projects, as outlined by the grant criteria.ssWorks with PI, team, and external grant staff to assess grant activity to assure compliance with grant requirements, and assure all required reporting is completed on time.ssAssists with data collection and data management and ensure quality of information collected for program goals in accordance with Brown University Health policy and state and federal law.ssMay engage in direct patient care through counseling, education, and support to clinicians. sMay engage in clinical recruitment. sMay engage in community recruitment efforts and events.ssMay contribute to the preparation of grant reports, research manuscripts for peer reviewed publications, and future grant submission.ssBASIC KNOWLEDGEsStrong interpersonal skills.ss Strong personal initiative as a self-starter required, including demonstrated ability to think analytically and problem-solve creatively.ssExcellent ability to gather and synthesize complex information required.ssRobust team management and written and oral communication skills required.ssHighly organized with meticulous attention to detail essential.ssAbility to prioritize and flexibility with changing program requirements essential. sProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and management of shared file structure essential.ssScientific or empirical knowledge of HIV and other STIs, including HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) preferred. sScientific or empirical knowledge of LGBTQ health preferred. sScientific or empirical knowledge of mental health, behavioral health, and substance use preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCEsBA/BS Degree is required.ssMaster’s Degree in public health, psychology, counseling, social work, or equivalent experience in a related field preferred.ssFive or more years of prior health service delivery or clinical research preferred. ssMeaningful experience serving communities of color, LGBTQ+ communities, and other structurally oppressed populations, or enthusiastic desire to gain such experience preferred.ssMeaningful experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or other mental health conditions preferred.ssWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSsAble to function in an office environment. Requires walking, navigation of stairs, and standing intermittently throughout the day. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer and other common equipment. ssINDEPENDENT ACTIONsPerforms independently within the Department’s policies and practices. Meets regularly with supervisor for guidance and support. ssSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYsRole may include supervision of research assistants and other personnel assigned to the clinical and/or research team.

Pay Range:

$55,744.00-$91,956.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No