Total 3 Manager level Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in SE Massachusetts (MA)

About the Role:

This is a key role within the Convatec Technology & Innovation (T&I) team, a group that spends $100M+ annually to discover, design, build, and launch the products that will enable the company’s future success. As the R&D Portfolio Strategy Manager, you will play a key role in helping to set the strategic direction for the Convatec innovation and new product development portfolio. You will be a trusted partner across the T&I organization to help Convatec understand where to place strategic bets on new products to drive sustainable business results.

This role will report to the Director of R&D Portfolio Strategy and will work very closely with a wide range of internal stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Set the direction for the Convatec T&I Portfolio

• Work with the Director of R&D Portfolio Strategy, CTO, and T&I Leadership Team to help set the investment priorities for the development of new products
• Suport the strategy development and prioritization of the entire Convatec portfolio of R&D, medical/clinical, and regulatory work through the development and use of various tools and KPIs
• Conduct analyses that will help the T&I team understand the value of the Convatec innovation portfolio and make key prioritization decisions
• Evaluate project investment scenarios, identify issues, develop hypotheses and communicate insights and recommendations to key decision-makers
• Support the Convatec Technology & Innovation (T&I) strategy plan
• Coordinate and drive the innovation portfolio planning process with the help of the Director of R&D Portfolio Strategy as well as a wide range of internal stakeholders
• Conduct research and analyses on a wide variety of internal and external-facing topics and make recommendations to help Convatec focus on the resources on the most valuable activities

Engage the T&I team to advance our strategy

• Work with team members across T&I and other functions to help drive the implementation of strategic initiatives and report out on progress to leadership
• Help R&D project teams develop and review project business cases that will yield optimal return for Convatec. Review business cases with T&I leadership team and executive team to validate project viability and prioritization
• Work with Finance to ensure that our overall portfolio strategy is consistent with available resources and support the creation of investment scenario analyses
• Proactively engage innovation project teams to understand progress and update portfolio planning analytics as needed
• Facilitate discussions between the T&I team and business unit finance business partners to ensure that our innovation portfolio will meet business unit financial ambitions

Engage executive leadership

• Work with T&I leadership to develop report-out materials for periodic review by executive leadership, including CEO, CFO
• Support the production of communication materials for the Board of Directors
• React to executive-level feedback with timely and thoughtful analyses and recommendations

Serve as a leader within Convatec

• Build relationships with the T&I stakeholders in many functions, including R&D, medical/clinical, and regulatory, as well as with other stakeholders across Convatec, including Marketing, Finance, and Corporate Development / Corporate Strategy, to understand the key portfolio needs for Convatec, drivers of success, and risks to our new product development plans
• Help drive principles of analysis-based portfolio planning across the broad Convatec T&I community

About You:

Skills & Experience:

• Strategic, analytical, and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to conduct research and analyses, understand interactions between multiple factors, develop recommendations, and communicate insights to stakeholders
• Competency in developing executive communication materials, e.g., PowerPoint, white papers
• Ability to work and communicate with a wide range of functional stakeholders
• Ability to see the “big picture”, with attention to detail where necessary
• Financial modeling capabilities, including DCF modeling, NPV/IRR analysis, and scenario modeling
• Industry experience in Medtech, Pharma, or other Life Sciences is a plus

Education/Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree, preferably in engineering, math, or science discipline
• Minimum of 5+ years' total experience with experience in corporate strategy and/or project-based finance
• Strategy consulting background (3+ years)

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid schedule
• Location: within a commutable distance to Lexington, MA / greater Boston area
• Position may require travel up to 15% within Europe or U.S.

Our products make a big difference every day. So will your contribution. The work you do will mean more, because it’ll make things better for your team, our business or our customers’ lives. It’ll inspire you to deliver to your very best. And we’ll be right behind you when you do.

This is a challenge more worthwhile.

This is work that’ll move you.

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Position: Senior Research Project Manager, Office of the Chief Scientific Officer

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manage initial development/growth of clinical and translational research system infrastructure at Boston Medical Center. Initial responsibilities will include focus on Boston-HEALHS (Boston Health Equity & community-Aligned Learning Health System), a program funded by a P30 Center grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) and will include oversight of other grant funded staff in establishing a management structure for the three cores that make up the center.

Work closely with the Director of Clinical and Translational Research and Chief Scientific Officer to implement and oversee system-wide structures for support and coordination of research activities across a large academic safety-net institution. This will include developing/implementing two centralized cores: 1) a scientific methods core that will be developed in conjunction with Boston-HEALHS, 2) a scientific writing core.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Staff Management

• Responsible for effective personnel management including participating in hiring, training, directing, mentoring and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence. 
• Maintains effective and appropriate staffing by monitoring employee turnover, overtime, and absenteeism. Coordinates/maintains monthly schedule for department coverage.  Submit weekly timesheets. Tracks overtime, absenteeism, hours worked, leaves and vacation/sick time for the Department. 
• Monitors productivity and performance to identify and evaluate strengths and training opportunities; implements quality improvement efforts. Encourages growth and development.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations and disciplines when appropriate to include termination, with appropriate supportive documentation as per established institutional policy.

Operations Management

• Interacts with sponsors, including AHRQ and PCORI. Interfaces with IRB and drafts IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, etc.
• Develops, interprets and implements standards, procedures, policies, and protocols for research studies and for the implementation of core services. Serves as the Center’s expert regarding policy and/or regulatory questions.
• Creates systems for intake of requests to use core services, processes to assign requests to the appropriate team member, and track metrics of throughput that can be used for continuous quality improvement.
• Ensures day-to-day activities of BMC cores are running smoothly and supports this efficiency and effectiveness. Creates and reports on metrics related to the Core’s efficiency and effectiveness

Finance Administration

• Manage the financial obligations of BOSTON HEALHS (cash flow, balance projections, etc.). Monitor all grant expenditures and disbursements for adherence to budget guidelines and award notices.
• Participates in grant renewal processes. Prepare, administer, and ensure timely grant submissions.  Assist investigators in developing and preparing grant proposals, including drafting, editing, and preparing back-up data documentation for the submission.

Project Management

• Plan agenda and facilitate weekly project operational meetings and ensure that minutes are taken, edited, and distributed.
• Write, edit, and prepare manuscripts and presentations for publication of scientific results.
• Collaborate with research staff in writing content for the Research Matters newsletter.
• Prepare substantive aspects of research grant proposals, progress reports, and IRB applications, especially literature and database searches, and assist with conducting analyses for various other projects.

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree required in a relevant field

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five (preferably seven +) years of experience in managing a complex, multi-faceted program, including fiscal oversight.  Minimum of two years of personnel leadership experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):

• Leadership ability to guide, direct, and mentor staff.
• Must have experience in research, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant applications.
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented with a professional demeanor
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Positive and flexible attitude with excellent interpersonal skills is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience working with computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with web applications and relational databases and knowledge of SQL, HTML, PHP, or similar languages strongly desirable.

This position is funded by a 5 year grant. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

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At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

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