Project Director- Research

Job OverviewThe Project Director will be an integral member of the Center for Community Engaged Medicine (CCEM) within the Institute for Clinical Research and Health Policy Studies (ICRHPS) at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.The Project Director’s primary responsibility will be to design, implement and manage a robust strategy to evaluate the impact of the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) framework at the system, provider and family levels. The Project Director will also lead and assist with the conception and design of public information translating research results into action, designing and managing public health research studies, development of grant proposals, and preparation of manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals. The position requires an individual with strong written, organizational and communication skills, as well as an ability to work collaboratively with individuals and teams both within and external to the organization.Successful applicants may be eligible for appointment to the faculty at Tufts University School of Medicine or the Tufts Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications :

Advanced degree in research-related or clinical field (MS, MD, RN).

Licenses, certifications, or registrations as appropriate.

Five (5) years of experience in developing, managing, and evaluating hospital, health, or clinical programs.

Preferred Qualifications :

Seven (7) years of experience in developing, managing, and evaluating hospital, health, or clinical programs.

Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Responsible for supervising and overseeing daily research/evaluation activities

Responsible for monitoring adherence to project timelines and milestones in order to meet objectives

Participate in defining the scope and intent of projects and assisting with study design

Responsible for coordinating and communicating with all project collaborators and staff

Supervise and manage junior-level staff in their functions

Analyze evaluation data to inform QA/QI activities.

Participate as author on manuscripts for journal publication

Participate in the grant application process including independent writing of sections

Research and contribute to grant applications and funded projects. Technical contributions will include development of health economic models and analysis of health economics literature and data. Co-author manuscripts and reports.

Assist with development and submission of abstracts for presentation at national meetings.

Develop and update HOPE resources and materials directed at healthcare providers.

Conduct presentations as needed.

Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated knowledge of evaluation strategies

Significant or sustained project management experience

Experience interacting professionally with diverse individuals and organizations, including high-level executives in the health care industry, senior academic, and other policy makers as well as community members and persons with lived experience

Strong analytic skills with the capability to apply knowledge outside of one’s immediate functional area

Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

Strong motivation, adaptability and organizational skills that support the management of multiple priorities

Ability to work effectively with limited supervision

Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and to work collaboratively on team projects

Advanced Microsoft Office skills such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Physical Requirements:

This is largely a sedentary role, which involves sitting most of the time, but may involve movements such as walking, standing, reaching, ascending/descending stairs, and operating office equipment.       

Frequently required to speak, hear, communicate, and exchange information.       

Ability to see and read computer displays, read fine print, and/or normal type size print and distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.       

Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.     

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .