Job Purpose

The volunteer project manager will coordinate and oversee the daily operations of the RCT comparing digital and paper-based PROMs in the orthopedic outpatient clinic, ensuring timelines, compliance, communication, and smooth workflow between investigators, staff, and volunteers.

Key responsibilities:

Project Coordination

• Oversee day-to-day management of the RCT comparing digital vs. paper-based PROMs in the orthopedic outpatient clinic.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring milestones are met.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings between investigators, clinic staff, and research assistants.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of study progress, including recruitment logs and data collection status.
• Support ethical compliance by liaising with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ensuring documentation is up to date.

Communication & Reporting

• Act as the main point of contact between the volunteer team, clinic staff, and lead investigators.
• Provide regular progress updates to the principal investigators.
• Prepare interim reports and assist with drafting final study summaries.

Data Management Support

• Oversee secure handling of data
• Coordinate with data entry staff to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Flag discrepancies or issues in data collection for resolution.

Training & Supervision

• Orient volunteers and research assistants on study procedures.
• Monitor adherence to study protocols and provide guidance when needed.

Problem-Solving & Logistics

• Identify and troubleshoot operational challenges (e.g., scheduling conflicts, technical issues with digital PROMs).
• Ensure smooth workflow in the outpatient clinic during study activities.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills required:

• At least a higher education degree or diploma
• Experience with RCT preferably management but not a MUST
• Background in health sciences, research, or any related field preferred.
• Familiarity with digital tools and basic data management.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with medical staff and volunteers.

• Oversee day-to-day management of the RCT comparing digital vs. paper-based PROMs in the orthopedic outpatient clinic.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring milestones are met.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings between investigators, clinic staff, and research assistants.
• Maintain accurate records of study progress, including recruitment logs and data collection status.
• Support ethical compliance by liaising with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ensuring documentation is up to date.
• Act as the main point of contact between the volunteer team, clinic staff, and lead investigators.
• Provide regular progress updates to the principal investigators.
• Prepare interim reports and assist with drafting final study summaries.
• Oversee secure handling of data
• Coordinate with data entry staff to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Flag discrepancies or issues in data collection for resolution.
• Orient volunteers and research assistants on study procedures.
• Monitor adherence to study protocols and provide guidance when needed.
• Identify and troubleshoot operational challenges (e.g., scheduling conflicts, technical issues with digital PROMs).
• Ensure smooth workflow in the outpatient clinic during study activities.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with medical staff and volunteers.
• Familiarity with digital tools and basic data management.

• At least a higher education degree or diploma
• Experience with RCT preferably management but not a MUST
• Background in health sciences, research, or any related field preferred.