Clinical Trial Program Manager - Neurology (Neurodegenerative division)

About the Role

This Clinical Trial Program Manager will oversee daily operations, personnel management, and staff training for Alzheimer's/dementia and neuromuscular research programs. The ideal candidate is a collaborative individual who fosters a harmonious team environment, enabling strategic focus for the senior manager. The position supports a research team of 15-20 research coordinators, nurses, and providers under the direction of Dr. Paul Schulz. The team is highly collaborative and supports trials in both dementia and neuromuscular conditions, including sponsored and investigator-initiated trials.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of the clinical trial.
• Identifies and evaluates programs, companies, universities/colleges, etc., where large populations of potential subjects reside.
• Identifies, develops, and maintains suitable site(s) for on-going trial visits.
• Develops and implements presentations/recruiting initiatives for clinical trials, including presenting to potential trial subjects.
• Maintains regular communication with clinical sites, investigators, subcontractors, and/or pharmaceutical companies.
• Interacts with project teams and provides required/necessary training.
• May create annual budget, negotiate with service contracts, and report on progress and authorizes expenditures.
• Manages Human Resources activities of the department, including recruiting, hiring, termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required (may be waived if an RN degree is required).
• 5 years of relevant experience required; pharmaceutical or clinical research experience strongly preferred.
• Prior managerial experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience in neurology clinical research is a bonus but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) may be required depending on the clinical trial.
• Human Subjects Research (HSR) certification by Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program) may be required depending on the clinical trial.
• Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate controls, including personal protective equipment, must be followed.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time—totaling around 37-38 days per year).
• Vacation accrual increases with longevity.
• Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
• Retirement/pension plan.
• Free financial and legal counseling.
• Free mental health counseling services.
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
• Employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
• Resources for child and elder care.
• Additional work/life services and benefits.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. This position is security-sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. Applicants may be subject to routine reviews regarding criminal history or connections to foreign adversaries to ensure the security of critical infrastructure.