Clinical Research Unit Manager

About the role

The Texas A&M AgriLife Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, IHA, is the world’s first academic institute to bring together precision nutrition, responsive agriculture, and social and behavioral research to reduce diet-related chronic disease and lower health care costs in a way that supports producers and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Determines the feasibility of proposed clinical research studies involving the use of the LEB/RIB Clinic and assists Principal Investigators (PIs) and other study personnel in planning study logistics.
• Determines staffing, equipment, and supply needs, as applicable, for each use of the LEB/RIB Clinic using clinical knowledge and expertise.
• Ensures all clinical activities performed are compliant with the rules and regulations set forth by the TAMU system, state, and federal regulations.
• Works collaboratively with multiple departments across the TAMU system to ensure safety and compliance with human research studies (IRB, EH&S, etc.)
• Oversees and ensures proper maintenance and care of all clinical equipment and supplies.
• Maintains all appropriate licensures, certifications, and training necessary for the role (Citi training, CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, licensure requirements, etc.)
• Maintains HIPAA compliance, when applicable.
• Counsels and educates patients on the importance of clinical research participation.
• Conducts the research participant visit from beginning to end by following the research protocol.
• Conducts various clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, finger sticks for Point of Care devices, vital sign assessment, anthropometrics, body composition analysis, collection of various biological samples, and specialized assessments such as liver scanning, ultrasound, skin carotenoid assessment, etc.
• Documents all pertinent findings and communicates with the study team, as appropriate.
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures for each clinical procedure.
• Maintains research participant privacy and confidentiality.
• Notifies the Clinical Program Director and the study team of any adverse events.
• Oversees all LEB/RIB Clinic operations (clinical and non-clinical use), including planning, organizing, scheduling, and managing day-to-day activities, generating referral sources, and coordinating operation procedures.
• Reviews and coordinates modality schedules to ensure efficient workflow and coordinates and publishes the LEB/RIB Clinic schedule and timetable.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the utilization of the LEB/RIB Clinic, engaging with internal and external stakeholders and developing mutually beneficial relationships.
• Maintains and develops communications between all relevant stakeholders.
• Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program.
• Assists with the development, design and production of materials designed for the program.
• Assists with the development and implementation of programs related to the LEB/RIB Clinic as directed, including training, events, and workshops.
• Supervises program support staff and student assistants where applicable.
• Assists with yearly budgetary and contract processes. Prepares vouchers, purchase orders, and requisitions; develops budgets, monitors expenses, and creates reports.
• Assists in the resolution of complicated, highly sensitive, and confidential administrative matters.
• Recommends improvements to efficiency of services, processes, and programs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of related clinical experience.
• Three years of clinical management experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC).
• Experience in working with human research participants.
• Experience in working with pregnant patients/research participants.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP), licensed Registered Nurse (RN), and CPR certified.

Skills

• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and related office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to take initiative, manage assigned responsibilities, and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to understand research project goals, identify barriers and opportunities, and collaborate with faculty and research staff to develop and implement human participant research protocols.
• Experience leading or supervising personnel and managing clinical and business operations.
• Ability to assess complex or novel issues and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the position.