About Us
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is authorized by Congress to conduct research to provide information about the best available evidence to help patients and their health care providers make more informed decisions. PCORI's research is intended to give patients a better understanding of the prevention, treatment and care options available, and the science that supports those options.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Awards Program Director, the Program Officer is responsible for strategic decision-making and high-level management and monitoring of the Engagement Award program, funded projects, and program activities that advance PCORI's Engagement mission. The primary responsibilities include providing intellectual and organizational leadership in designing and implementing new processes and initiatives; reviewing, awarding and managing a portfolio of contracts; and evaluating program activities and award portfolio based on strategic direction of program.
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General Program Responsibilities
- Assists Program Director in identifying and implementing strategic objectives and directions for program.
- Identifies and manages the development and implementation of program activities (e.g., proposal review, award monitoring and oversight, program metrics and tracking).
- Collaborates with PCORI Science programs, Engagement, Communications, and Contracts Management staff in implementing program activities.
- May manage the work of and provide training for program associates, coordinators, interns, administrative assistants, and consultants, as assigned by the Program Director and/or Managing Director.
Program Management:
- Identifies and manages the design and implementation of activities related to the development of Engagement Award funding announcements.
- Manages accurate recording of information in databases. Crate, updates, and revises as needed.
- Addresses Engagement inquiries from helpdesk related to the Engagement Awards
- Leads PCORI's processes for reviewing and awarding applications received through the Engagement Award process.
- Monitors awardees' attainment of Engagement Award contract milestones and advises awardees on the execution of their contracts.
- Participates in meetings, conducts site visits, reviews awardee progress reports, and implements learning networks or conferences as part of overall responsibility for managing Engagement Award contracts.
- Evaluates the Engagement Award portfolio to ensure balance and to identify need for modification of strategic funding directions and opportunities.
- Advises potential applicants regarding the Engagement Award program's goals, their applications and the application process.
- Creates, updates or revises Engagement Award program policies and procedures as needed.
Organizational Responsibilities and Contributions:
- Plans and delivers information presentations regarding Engagement Award direction, funding, and the application process and award results.
- Participates in conferences, seminars, and other professional development activities to maintain and enhance patient-centered outcomes research expertise.
- Leads, contributes to, and participates in internal groups and teams and cross-cutting initiatives. Carries out other responsibilities as assigned by PCORI management.
- Keeps Program Director and team appraised of developments and occurrences in the field that are likely to affect Engagement Award program decision-making and/or strategies.
Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.
Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Required Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong oral presentation skills;
- Able to synthesize material and focus quickly on the essence of an issue; to identify major opportunities in a specific area; to see the big picture;
- Strong project and people management skills;
- Personally motivated to support PCORI's mission and goals; to work independently and in teams to think imaginatively about opportunities; to create and respond to innovative approaches to addressing an issue; to inspire others to work towards achieving team goals while being tolerant of ambiguity and change;
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial, energetic, able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, awardees, consultants, external funders, and others who contribute to program development and management;
- Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in dealing with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally;
- Ability to make decisions, justify recommendations, and is responsive and clear with funding announcement applicants;
- Ability to travel, as required, including for site visits and representing PCORI at external meetings;
- Ability to link organizational goals to individual department mission and activities;
- Ability to envision innovative solutions;
- Understanding of the research process from generating a research question to dissemination;
- Broad knowledge and appreciation of patient-centeredness and patient engagement practices in the healthcare system
Required Experience
- Master's degree required (e.g., MPH, MPA, MPP, MBA) plus minimum of five (5) years of experience relevant to patient-centered outcomes research.
- Experience in the scientific or healthcare research environment.
- Experience with management of grant or contract awards that include community or patient engagement highly desirable.
- Experience handling and managing multiple priorities effectively; must be adept at organizing time efficiently; high tolerance for ambiguity; ability to understand and work effectively with PCORI staff members.
Compensation and Benefits
The above range represents the salary range expected for the position; however, final offers are based on several factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may participate in PCORI-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents.
Conflict of Interest.
PCORI wants to ensure that prospective employees are aware of its conflict-of-interest policies so that employment deliberations take into consideration this aspect of PCORI employment. PCORI requires all PCORI employees to disclose upon commencement of their employment and on an annual basis all individual and close relatives financial, business, and personal association with the potential to bias or that have the appearance of biasing one's decisions relating to PCORI. All disclosures made by employees are made publicly available on PCORI's website. Disclosures must include all financial and business and personal associations with any health or healthcare-related organizations and include all associations with any other organizations that have the potential to bias or that have the appearance of biasing one's decisions relating to PCORI, including but not limited to vendors or other third parties with whom PCORI has a contract or that PCORI has funded. For more information please visit PCORI-Conflict-of-Interest-Policies-Outside-Employment-Policy.pdf
PCORI conducts background checks on all applicants.
PCORI recommends all members of the PCORI workforce adhere to the CDC recommendations regarding staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccination.
PCORI's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
PCORI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity both internal and external to the workplace. You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.