Research Project Management II- Family Practice
Job Description
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At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.
Job Description
We're looking for an experienced Research Project Management II professional to join our dynamic team in Detroit, United States. In this role, you will lead and oversee complex research initiatives within our family practice research program, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will serve as a key liaison between research teams, clinical staff, stakeholders, and organizational leadership, driving project success through meticulous planning, transparent communication, and collaborative execution. Your expertise will be instrumental in advancing family medicine research while maintaining the highest standards of clinical and regulatory compliance.
- Plan, organize, and execute research projects of moderate to high complexity within the family practice setting, establishing clear objectives, realistic timelines, and measurable deliverables
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk mitigation strategies, and contingency planning tailored to clinical research environments
- Manage project budgets effectively, track expenditures, and ensure efficient allocation of financial and human resources while maintaining fiscal accountability
- Coordinate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including researchers, clinicians, analysts, administrative staff, and external partners to ensure smooth project execution
- Monitor project progress against established milestones and key performance indicators, identifying deviations promptly and implementing corrective actions
- Prepare detailed project documentation, status reports, and presentations for stakeholders and senior management with clarity and transparency
- Identify potential risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and maintain continuity
- Maintain strict compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, research protocols, HIPAA standards, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) guidelines
- Support and empower team members by removing obstacles, facilitating effective communication, and fostering a collaborative environment across all project phases
- Analyze project data and metrics to drive continuous improvement, identify best practices, and inform future project planning and resource allocation
- Coordinate with clinical staff and patient populations to ensure research activities align with family practice operations and patient care priorities
- Manage grant-related documentation and support grant management processes as needed
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of project management experience, preferably in research, scientific, clinical, or healthcare environments
- Demonstrated proficiency with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed, decisive decisions
- Proven experience managing project budgets and allocating resources effectively
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the capacity to prioritize competing demands
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities with the capacity to present information clearly and transparently to diverse audiences
- Proficiency with project management tools and software platforms
- Demonstrated leadership capability and experience supervising, coordinating, or supporting team efforts in collaborative environments
- Comprehensive knowledge of research protocols, compliance requirements, documentation standards, and regulatory frameworks
- Understanding of family medicine, primary care research, or clinical research contexts
- Familiarity with healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and IRB processes
- Experience coordinating with clinical staff and managing research activities within clinical settings
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience with grant management or research funding processes
- Familiarity with statistical analysis tools or data visualization software
- Background or domain expertise in scientific research, clinical research, family medicine, or related healthcare fields
- Experience with clinical trial management or patient-centered research methodologies
- Knowledge of family practice-specific research methodologies and evidence-based practice implementation
Additional Information
Looking for someone that has some research in federal grants, project coordination, street medicine, community outreach.