[Hiring] Program Manager III - Biomedical Conflict of Interest @Cleveland Clinic

Role Description

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Program Manager III, you will manage designated programs and systems while serving as a liaison between the department, external communities, and internal offices. You will oversee the intake and review of approximately 17,000 annual conflict-of-interest disclosures, identifying and managing potential conflicts in compliance with federal regulations and organizational policy. This includes:
• Developing management plans
• Limiting compensation or scope of services
• Reviewing outside contracts
• Collaborating with Cleveland Clinic Innovations and the Law Department
• Educating staff on conflict-of-interest rules
• Using disclosure management software to support compliance

Approximately 75% of this work is in the context of biomedical research, with a focus on conflicts of interest in research activities.

A caregiver in this role works remotely in Ohio, Florida, or Nevada, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. To be considered for this position, candidates must reside in Ohio, Florida, or Nevada.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:
• Develop, implement, manage, and maintain operational systems and activities
• Serve as a liaison with all levels of the organization and outside the community
• Manage multiple priorities and projects with competing deadlines
• Allocate time to meet completion requirements
• Serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department
• Review and monitor adherence to Human Resources policies and corporate compliance procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field and five years of related experience
• OR Master's Degree and four years of experience
• Knowledge of statistical and financial analysis, primary research and business plan development
• Strong presentation, communication and training skills

Requirements
• Master’s degree (preferred)
• Experience in healthcare settings (preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in applying federal conflict of interest (COI) regulations, including NIH COI rules governing biomedical research
• Significant experience interpreting, developing, and implementing COI policies within a large academic medical center, research institution, or similar complex organizational environment
• Strong background in designing and delivering COI-related education and training for faculty, physicians, researchers, and administrative staff
• Familiarity with COI disclosure, review, and management systems, including software platforms used for collecting disclosures, managing COI workflows, and producing compliance documentation
• Ability to analyze complex COI scenarios and recommend appropriate management strategies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience drafting policy documents, guidance materials, or training content

Benefits
• Equal opportunity employment in a drug-free environment
• Influenza prevention program compliance, including annual vaccination or approved exemption

Company Description

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