Research Project Manager – Boulder Care
Boulder Care is seeking a Research Project Manager to join our innovative and mission-driven Research Team. This is a unique opportunity to bring your academic, clinical, or health services research skillset into a fast-paced, translational research environment embedded within a leading addiction medicine startup.
Our team conducts rapid quantitative and qualitative analyses to advance care delivery, improve patient and clinician experiences, and inform industry best practices. Grounded in a harm reduction philosophy, our work supports the growth of one of the most trusted providers in addiction care.
As Research Project Manager, you will lead day-to-day operations across the research portfolio, contribute to strategic planning, and support dissemination of data to internal and external stakeholders. You’ll help ensure that data and research translate into action – informing innovation, improving care, and advancing our advocacy goals. This position reports directly to the Director of Research, offering high-level visibility across the organization and close mentorship within a deeply mission-aligned team.
Project Management & Coordination – 50%
● Lead operational management of active research studies and quality improvement initiatives, including tracking milestones, timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder responsibilities
● Serve as the primary point of contact across internal teams (Clinical, Operations, Data, Product) and external collaborators to ensure alignment and momentum
● Proactively identify and troubleshoot project barriers to maintain progress
● Support coordination of strategic partnerships, pilot initiatives, and advisory opportunities (e.g., research collaborations, ECHO series, and internal education)
● Plan and facilitate recurring research-focused meetings, initiatives, and events to promote cross-functional learning
● Coordinate project documentation, meeting agendas, and synthesis summaries to support internal communications
Data Analysis & Dissemination – 30%
● Conduct or support quantitative and qualitative analyses using clinical, survey, and operational datasets to answer research and quality questions
● Contribute to the preparation of research publications, internal memos, abstracts, conference submissions, and external presentations
● Assist with developing visualizations and slide decks that translate findings into meaningful insights for clinical and executive leadership
● Support and occasionally lead data storytelling efforts that inform organizational advocacy, strategic planning, or public-facing communications
Research Portfolio Management & Development -20%
● Support the development and maintenance of Boulder’s internal Research Roadmap and evolving research strategy
● Participate in planning for new areas of research inquiry and quality improvement initiatives, including development, preparation/planning, and stakeholder input
● Track developments in the literature, policy landscape, and addiction science that may inform Boulder’s research or care delivery
● Collaborate on identifying meaningful research questions aligned with Boulder’s values and strategic priorities, especially those centering the voices of patients and care teams
Requirements for the role
● Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in addiction/substance use disorder related research
● Demonstrated experience in project management and research coordination, especially within healthcare, behavioral health, or public health settings
● Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills, with experience analyzing health-related or clinical data
● Proven writing ability with a track record of contributions to peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, or formal reports
● Deep commitment to harm reduction and improving the health and dignity of people who use drugs
Nice to have but not required
● Experience working in a startup or fast-paced, high-growth environment
● Familiarity with cost-effectiveness or economic data in healthcare
● Advanced degree (e.g., MA/S, MPH, MSW) is a plus but not required
For more information and to apply use this link: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/bouldercare/jobs/4746743008