Data Project Manager II for i3 Statprobe, Cary, NC

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.

i3 Statprobe provides a full range of data management and biostatistical services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. We not only pay relentless attention to the details, we also lend a broader perspective to a client's data management needs. We realize that strategy is just as important as process, and we provide a higher level of thinking for data management and biostatistics.



As a UnitedHealth Group company, i3 Statprobe is part of a worldwide health care service organization that uses innovation, integrity and commitment to prepare for the future - and you can prepare for yours with us. It's a rare combination for success that only a career with i3 Statprobe can provide.

 

We are looking for Data Project Manager to join our team in Cary, NC.



The Data Project Manager manages the technical and administrative aspects of specific clinical trial(s) protocols and/or program.
May manage one or more clinical trials simultaneously
Monitor project schedules of tasks with input from the project team members, identify responsible party, staffing needs, timeframe for completion of the project with list of deliverables; plan timeline in concert with client commitments. Use of computer assisted project management systems required.
Communicate effectively, written and verbal, with staff and Sponsors in a timely fashion; communicate with senior management and Sponsor regarding progress of the project; inform senior management immediately of any concerns or problems
Clearly define the team's functional responsibilities and convey time schedules to all project team members; delegate tasks to use available resources effectively; translate project schedule into results by motivating team members
Monitor progress of study from standpoint of deliverables and resources, monitor progress of study in terms of financial progress, review revenue forecasts of project team and compare to progress of study, work with department managers to resolve any discrepancies in revenue forecasts; monitor client reaction (positive/negative) on an ongoing basis
Develop an early warning system of impending obstacles to the successful completion of the project, analyze information and develop innovative solutions to challenges
Assist team members with conflict resolution (create win-win situation); coordinate meetings with team members' supervisor when necessary (e.g. additional training, understanding of scope of work, etc.)
Perform and/or facilitate project communication between i3 Statprobe and Sponsor
Possess thorough understanding of contracts and scope of work. Identify changes, work with finance and team members to quantitate financial impact and communicate to appropriate personnel
Manage project budget; review expenses against progress; identify problem areas and requests action plan from appropriate team members
Facilitate and follow-up on task orders, scope changes, and related activities, communicating closely with appropriate i3 Statprobe operational department(s) and Sponsor
Serve as a mentor to new Project Managers including facilitation of their training and as a resource for administrative and project related issues
Prepare and review department budgets for proposed clinical research trial bids
Present department responsibilities and functions to potential clients

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.

Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in management or biomedical field



Work Experience:

Two to five years experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical company

One to two years minimum management experience of a clinical trial