Program Manager - Advanced Research Programs (Hybrid)

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Program Manager - Advanced Research Programs (Hybrid)Homeward is rearchitecting the delivery of health and care in partnership with communities everywhere, starting in rural America. Today, 60 million Americans living in rural communities are facing a crisis of access to care. In the U.S. healthcare system, rural Americans experience significantly poorer clinical outcomes. This trend is rapidly accelerating as rural hospitals close and physician shortages increase, exacerbating health disparities. In fact, Americans living in rural communities suffer a mortality rate 23 percent higher than those in urban communities, in part because of the lack of access to quality care.Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we're creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose-built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality.The OpportunityJoin Homeward's Advanced Research Programs team as a Project Manager, helping lead high-impact initiatives that aim to revolutionize rural healthcare delivery. In this role, you will oversee complex, cross-functional projects with high-risk, high-reward outcomes, ensuring alignment across teams, adherence to timelines, and successful execution.What You'll Do

• Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables for advanced research initiatives, including government grant projects (e.g., ARPA-H programs).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central point of contact between clinical, engineering, research, and product teams to ensure seamless coordination and alignment on goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Work with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, community partners, and grant providers, to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address risks and roadblocks, ensuring projects remain on track and deliverables meet quality standards.
• Execution Excellence: Drive the execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring objectives are met on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on project progress, using data-driven insights to provide updates to leadership and identify areas for improvement.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation for projects, ensuring all activities meet regulatory, compliance, and grant funding requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to refine project management processes, enhance efficiency, and improve outcomes for future initiatives.What You Bring
  • Project Management Expertise: 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional projects, preferably in healthcare, technology, or research environments.
  • Organizational Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Communication Proficiency: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Leadership and Teamwork: Strong ability to lead teams, foster collaboration, and align stakeholders around shared goals.
  • Problem-Solving Ability: Skilled in identifying challenges, developing solutions, and implementing strategies to address project hurdles.
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making: Experience using data and analytics to track progress, evaluate success, and inform decision-making.
  • Healthcare Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare systems, clinical workflows, and regulatory requirements is highly desirable.
  • Grant Management Experience: Experience managing projects funded by government grants, including compliance with reporting requirements, is a strong plus.Bonus Points
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
    • Proficiency and/or experience with technical writing for grant research.
    • Background in clinical research or advanced healthcare technology projects.
    • Familiarity with grant application and performance processes, especially for NIH or similar initiatives.What Shapes Our Company
      • Deep commitment to one another, the people and communities we serve, and care that enables everyone to achieve their best health.
      • Compassion and empathy.
      • Curiosity and an eagerness to listen.
      • Drive to deliver high-quality experiences, clinical care, and cost-effectiveness.
      • Strong focus on the sustainability of our business and scalability of our services to maximize our reach and impact.The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $135,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, location, competencies and experience. This role is eligible for an annual bonus, stock options, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.At Homeward, a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you have unique experiences not detailed above, we encourage you to share how your background can contribute to our mission.Homeward is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.Apply for this job* indicates a required fieldFirst Name *Last Name *Email *Phone *Resume/CV *LinkedIn ProfileHow did you hear about Homeward? * Select...Referral *If referred, who referred you?Location *Working Visa * Select...Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, H-1B1, or other types of work visas) now or in the future?
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