Assistant Director, Clinical Research Operations

About the role

Manages the administrative aspects of the department, including budget and financials, and oversees all clinical research activities and trials. Assists with operational and strategic planning. Crafts clinical research grant proposals and subsequently oversees administrative and financial functions of sponsored projects.

Responsibilities

• Directs the implementation of multiple study sites and projects across varying timelines using established and newly developed procedures at new enrolling clinics and surgical sites.
• Provides related training, troubleshooting, and develops recommendations.
• Performs workforce management duties including study site service management, workload assignment, performance and training management, data collection, recruiting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Makes independent decisions regarding study operations.
• Works at a computer using multiple software programs and makes frequent visits to various ICUs and other campus locations to facilitate enrollment in research studies.

Physical Effort

The incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods and walk for extended distances. No heavy lifting required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement