Project Manager (PMP Required) - Learning Health Network

Description 

The James M. Anderson Center was created in 2010 to serve as a catalyst for improving child health and transforming the delivery of healthcare locally, regionally and around the world.  To achieve this purpose, the Anderson Center builds and supports Learning Health Networks (LHN) that measurably improve health across a broad range of conditions.  

This role will require application of project management methodologies, including ongoing strategic planning, design and development of core infrastructure, and setting priorities and establishing and executing plans for multiple, concurrent projects under the Network’s umbrella.  You will be responsible for collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of individuals across collaborating organizations.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning  Work with program leadership and project team to develop strategic priorities for the initiative.  Work in collaboration to build and manage a system to translate strategies into action, establish goals and objectives, prioritize key objectives and work with the team to meet the goals and objectives. Strategize and recommend infrastructure necessary to execute selected projects & processes. 

Project Management 

Manage a portfolio of multiple, complex projects across project types (e.g., design, innovation, implementation), stakeholders (patients, clinicians, researchers) and organizations in the network. Develop and manage a nimble, adaptive project structure and governance. Execute projects with urgency to deliver business value.  Plan and collaborate with regulatory consultants to ensure the initiative meets regulatory standards (Institutional Review Board, HIPAA compliance, etc.).  Successfully plan for and manage project risks and recognize/take action when risks become issues.  

Project Management Leadership  Engage partners, stakeholders and sponsors, negotiate project scope as needed, and communicate with partners and sponsors throughout the project. Identify resources needed, such as information, expertise, personnel, and problem-solve gaps. Facilitate teams assigned to the project and direct management of project management resources.  

Communication & Relationship Management  Analyze project communication needs and generate communication plan to successfully manage communications and relationships with key project stakeholders, both internal and external. Compose, edit, and deliver written and verbal communications tailored to the audience. Facilitate small and large group collaborations. Excellent soft skills to actively listen, build and maintain effective relationships to meet the project needs.   

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field 
• 6 years related experience 
• PMP certification 
• Light travel required  

Desired: 

•  Experience with Smartsheet 

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About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. 

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability