Sponsored Projects Office

Manager, Sponsored Projects (Pre-award)

Job Responsibilities / Essential Functions 

Reporting to the Director, Sponsored Projects Office, leads and supervises all team members performing pre-award activities for the sponsored projects research portfolio.  Responsible for heading up administrative and budgetary reviews of clinical trials until Final Authorization to Proceed is granted.  Oversees a team that ensures clinical trial agreements, study budgets, and timelines are accurately developed and aligned with institutional, sponsor, and compliance standards.  Applies cost rules to various budget types.  Collaborates with SPO team members, investigators, research teams, and sponsors during these processes.  Prepares quality reports.  Works closely with ACR colleagues to create a smooth transition to post-award activity.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Must have the ability to lead and motivate a team of pre-award clinical trial professionals. Engagement driven. Observe, evaluate, and address performance.