Senior Program Manager, Gould Center for Asthma and Pulmonary Disease, Hybrid at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
At the Brigham, we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and& Women's Hospital, the Department of Medicine, and the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine are dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment, and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge health and research.


Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) Department of Medicine is recruiting seeking a dynamic and results-driven a Program Manager (Director (PD) to spearhead lead and oversee strategic initiatives across our brand-new hospital center --the Gould Center. The center's focus will be on Asthma Research and Care. The Gould Center center is funded by a $15 million dollar grant from the Gould foundation. Its mission is to to focus on Asthma Research and Care. and serve as a hub for groundbreaking Asthma Research and Care. The manager will advance these .The director is responsible for setting program goals, ensuring alignment with an opportunity to work with internationally recognized leaders organizational objectives, and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in asthma care and research at a world-renowned medical institution affiliated with Harvard Medical School.


The PM will work directly with the Principal Investigators as well as other faculty and staff members to advance the mission of the Center. The Manager will be responsible strategic planning and implementation of initiatives that will support the research and clinical missions of the, cross-functional leadership, and operational execution, with direct engagement in decision-making processes alongside Center, division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and work in harmony with other departments. And departmental leaders. In collaboration with the directors Center leaders, they will hire and supervise research and clinical personnel to assist them in executing on the Center's goals. In addition to helping to facilitate strategic initiatives, they will manage oversee the logistical and administrative direction for the program.



Qualifications


Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred


Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes


Licenses and Credentials
Applied Behavior Analyst [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions preferred


Experience
Program management experience 8-10+ years required and Team leadership experience 1-2 years required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to deliver presentations to a wide variety of audiences.
- Ability to effectively plan and facilitate meetings and workgroups.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and projects, meet deadlines, and manage to schedule.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Principal responsibilities:




Programmatic Strategy & Partnerships (45%):

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  Strategic
  Visioning : CollaboratePlanning and Execution: Partners with directorsfaculty leaders to executeidentify, set, and achieve specific goals through various efforts, developing and implementing strategic planningplans, identify collaborative and synergistic research opportunities, recruiting partnerships, and facilitating opportunities where applicable, ensuring the Gould Center stays at the forefront of asthma care and research.

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  Goal Execution & Monitoring : Ensure timely realization of objectives and develop reports to oversee Center initiatives.

• Leadership and Collaboration: Serves as a key liaison between the Gould Center and the PCCM division, Allergy, Channing, and other relevant partnerships and constituents. Works to build connections and establish working relationships with academic entities across the Harvard and MGB ecosystems to develop programs and initiatives that promote asthma research and care through collaborations, developing or creating access to shared resources, and other efforts.

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  Stakeholder Engagement : Interfaces with both internal teams and external stakeholders, while enjoying opportunities to engage with hospital leadership.

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  Team Development : Support the Identification, recruitment and training of the best talent to execute the Center's vision. Foster a collaborative work environment that emphasizes teamwork and engagement.

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  Donor Relations : Collaborate with the development office, keeping our generous donors informed and involved in the Center's advancements.


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  Operational Excellence Strategic Communication: Partner with development to facilitate strategic communication of funding opportunities to ensure Gould initiatives (research and otherwise) are appropriately communicated to prospective donors.
  
  
  • Directs the internal review process to select institutional nominees for all limited submission funding opportunities, as applicable.
  
  
  
  


• Program Development and Oversight: Develops and executes programs critical to fulfilling the mission of the Gould Center. Works with a variety of leaders and stakeholders to design and deliver seminars, symposia, workshops, speaker series, and other programs and projects.

Administrative Operations (40%):

• Performance Measurement & Reporting: Develop SOPs, policies and procedures, maintain essential documentation, and ensure compliance with current regulations.

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  Expert Problem-Solving :Operational Oversight: Identify and resolve operational problems as they arise. Tracks work and progress on Gould Center projects. Reviews assignments/tasks and independently determines priorities and progress as appropriate. Provide research, logistical expertise, and innovative solutions to research, patient care, and professional challenges. Take on other strategic and operational tasks as the Center grows and evolves.

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  Financial Oversight :Team Building: Support the Identification, recruitment and training of the best talent to execute the Center's vision. Foster a collaborative work environment that emphasizes teamwork and engagement.

Finance (15%):

• Budget & Resource Allocation: Responsible for financial management of the Gould Center budget and expenditures. Ensure fiscal responsibility, bridging communication between the financial and research teams to keep projects and funding on track.

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  Adaptable Leadership : Take on other strategic and operational tasks as the Center grows and evolves.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred


• Previous leadership experience in a progressively responsible position


• Experience in healthcare and research required


• Understanding and working knowledge of principles of SOPs, GCP, FDA, IRB, clinical research methodology, regulations, and compliance required

Skills/Competencies Required

• Planning, Organizing and Coordinating
  
  
  • Skilled in identifying and implementing opportunities to improve efficiency of research operations and subsequently execute improvements
  
  
  • Time management skills with the capability to prioritize among multiple requests from multiple individuals with the ability to change direction in response to a fluctuating work environment
  
  
  • Ability to delegate, prioritize, and assist others with prioritizing study tasks
  
  
  
  


• Team Management
  
  
  • Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment
  
  
  • Ability to manage diverse teams with different skillsets, work styles, and professional roles
  
  
  
  


• Gets Results/Takes Initiative
  
  
  • High personal work standards and sense of urgency about results
  
  
  • Ability to anticipate the needs of the group in a fast-paced environment
  
  
  • Problem-solving ability, including the ability to analyze complex situations, identify resources, and imagine alternatives
  
  
  • Demonstrates initiative and identifies key priorities, even in ambiguous situations with limited direction
  
  
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and within short time constraints
  
  
  • Consistently demonstrates a positive, "can-do" attitude
  
  
  
  


• Communication Skills
  
  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  
  • Ability to represent the program with the utmost professionalism and ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the group
  
  
  • Ability to clarify and distill complex issues to a variety of stakeholders
  
  
  • Demonstrated ability to lead discussions/meetings, and obtain cooperation and support from team
  
  
  • Cognizant and respectful of cultural differences in communication approach
  
  
  
  


• Analytical Skills
  
  
  • Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn
  
  
  • Rigorous academic and/or professional background including healthcare work
  
  
  • Extensive familiarity with clinical research
  
  
  
  

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on need.


Direct supervision of a staff of 1-3 people (e.g., biorepository tech, patient navigator, science core team members(s))



EEO Statement



Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, disability unrelated to job requirements, genetic information, military service, or other protected status.



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


15 Francis Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a 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.



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