Skip to main content

Research Project Manager, Epidemiologic Research (Durational with Benefits)

Primary Location Pasadena, California Schedule Full-time Shift Day Salary $111500 - $144210 / year
Job Number 1426663 Date Posted 06/11/2026
Submit Interest
Job Summary:

Manages all aspects of a medium to large scale research study and two (2) or more small to medium-sized studies or two (2) to four (4) medium to large studies. Supervises project staff. Works independently in accordance with established objectives. Work subject to occasional review.

Essential Responsibilities:


  • Manages all aspects of a medium to large scale research study and two (2) or more small to medium-sized studies or two (2) to four (4) medium to large studies.

  • May assist in development of study tools (e.g. tracking forms, questionnaires, chart review forms, etc.).

  • Develops and implements study protocols/ operation manuals.

  • Monitors progress of study activities (e.g. data collection and validation, recruitment, pilot studies, focus groups, etc.) and ensures that study objectives are met.

  • Contributes to high level discussions with funding agencies and research teams from other organizations.

  • Prepares progress reports independently and/ or collaboratively.

  • May participate in the training of new team members and/or clinical staff.

  • Ensures that all staff administrative requirements and certifications are complete and current.

  • Identifies staff training needs and resources to address needs.

  • Assists in the creation and dissemination of staff development materials.

  • If assigned to clinical trial, will work with Sponsors/ monitors at clinical sites.

  • Adheres to compliance and privacy/ confidentiality requirements and standards.

  • Adheres to GCP and compliance regulations for clinical trials.

  • Oversees data collection and conducts data analysis. Implements quality control and quality assurance measures.

  • Acquires and maintains knowledge of KP systems and databases.

  • Makes decisions for day-to-day operations of projects including the resolution of technical problems and questions from project staff.

  • Collaborates with Sr. Research Project Managers and Unit Manager to facilitate Unit operations.

  • Negotiates and manages time commitments and resources.

  • Interfaces with IRB and drafts IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, etc.

  • Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities of project staff including evaluating performance and conducting regular and annual performance meetings.

  • Mentors, develops and trains staff.

  • Conducts hiring and disciplinary actions in partnership with the Unit Manager.

  • Provides consultation to investigators and project coordinators on staffing and staff-related concerns.

  • Forms project team(s) and responsible for staff resources.

  • May provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams.

  • May co-author scientific papers with the investigator for presentation and/ or publication.

  • Creates professional presentations and presents at professional/ scientific meetings.

  • Serves as a member and may provide leadership on department or study-related committees.

  • Prepares, manages and balances project budgets.

  • Seeks to develop cost effective ways to manage study resources.

  • Assists investigators in developing and preparing grant proposals by contributing to portions of grant proposals.

  • May contribute to development of study methodology.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience  in a healthcare and/or research setting to include management responsibility.
  • Minimum six (6) years of professional experience in research principles, design and strategies, biostatistical analyses and data interpretation.
  • Minimum five (5) years of self-directed work managing projects, preferably research projects.
  • Minimum four (4) years leadership experience to include two (2) years of direct personnel management experience.
Education
  • Masters degree in public health, healthcare administration, epidemiology, or related field, OR six (6) years of experience in a directly related field.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
  • N/A
Additional Requirements:
  • Ability and/or experience in developing and implementing research instruments.
  • Conducts and interprets quantitative and/ or qualitative analyses.
  • Experience developing and presenting professional reports and presentations to senior-level audiences.
  • Experience developing and managing budgets, preferably research project budgets.
  • Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters degree, preferably in the healthcare field.
  • 5-10 years management experience with data only and recruitment, industry- and federally-funded studies.

 

Notes:

  • Durational position with benefits. 
Primary Location: California,Pasadena,S. Los Robles Administration Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM Working Hours End: 05:00 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Flexible Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-SCAL-01|NUE|Non Union Employee Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Department of Research and Evaluation Pay Range: $111500 - $144210 / year Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Flexible: Work location is on-site at a KP location, with the flexibility to work from home. Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

  • Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation, and licensure requirements (where applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

  • Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.

  • Job duties with at least occasional or possible access to: (1) patients, the general public, or other employees; (2) confidential protected health information and other confidential KP information (including employee, proprietary, financial or trade secret information); (3) KP property and assets, for example, electronic assets, medical instruments, or devices; (4) controlled substances regulated by federal law or potentially subject to diversion.
  • Submit Interest

    Navigating the Hiring Process

    We're here to support you!

    Having trouble with your account or have questions on the hiring process?

    Please visit the FAQ page on our website for assistance.

    Need help with your computer and browser settings?

    Please visit the Technical Information page for assistance or reach out to the web manager at kp-hires@kp.org.

    Do you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability?

    Reasonable accommodations may be available to facilitate access to, or provide modifications to the following:

    • Online Submissions
    • Pre-Hire Assessments
    • Interview Process

    If you have a disability-related need for accommodation, please submit your accommodation request and someone will contact you.

    You have no recently viewed jobs

    You currently have no saved jobs

    A Women standing near wall

    Join Our Talent Community

    Join our Talent Network today to receive email notifications about our career opportunities that match your skills.

    Sign Up