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Job Title

Project Manager II - Research Operations:

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus:

Department

Research Administration-Research Innov and Educ:

Job Code

T99117

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Project Manager II, you will work closely with the Executive Directors of Research Operations to manage project timelines, deliverables, reporting, and operational workflows that align with research administration and operational priorities. Responsibilities include end-to-end meeting coordination, scheduling cross-institutional meetings, preparing agendas and materials, tracking action items, coordinating travel and event logistics, and supporting financial planning and fund monitoring for research administrative operations. You will play a key role in supporting strategic initiatives, process improvement, and workflow optimization to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with organizational requirements.

This role will be deeply involved in the development and implementation of the new operating model within Cleveland Clinic Research, contributing to a world-class research environment. The Project Manager will have the opportunity to help shape priorities, support decision-making, and drive initiatives that enhance operational excellence across the research enterprise.

A caregiver in this role works a hybrid schedule from 8: 00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with three days on-site at Main Campus.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Manage all aspects of small projects or phases of larger projects.

• Coordinate the activities of a project team under the direction of a Project Manager III or IV.

• Achieve operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews.

• Prepare and complete action plans.

• Implement production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

• Resolve problems.

• Completes audits and identify trends.

• Determine system improvements and implement changes.

• Meet financial objectives by participating in developing forecasting requirements.

• Participate in preparing an annual budget and scheduling expenditures.

• Analyze variances and initiate corrective actions.

• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.

• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests.

• Explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field and three years of experience coordinating or managing various projects

• OR High School Diploma/GED and seven years of experience

• OR Associate’s Degree and five years of experience

• OR Master’s Degree and two years of experience

• Effective relationship building skills

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Project Management Certification (PMP)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, REDCap, PowerPoint, Forms, and Microsoft Project (or a comparable platform)

• Research experience

• Experience supporting projects (e.g., research, financial, or related initiatives)

• Ability to adapt to change and remain flexible in a dynamic environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system

• Must have own transportation to travel to multiple sites.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.