Director, Clinical Research

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ChristianaCare, with hospitals in Wilmington and Newark, DE, as well as Elkton, MD, is one of the largest health care providers in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Named one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report, we have over 1,100 beds and are committed to providing the best patient care in the region. Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, our Ambulatory Services, and HomeHealth have all received ANCC Magnet Recognition®.

About the role

The Director of Clinical Research at ChristianaCare’s Research Institute (iREACH) is part of a team leading the ongoing transformation of research across the enterprise, while fostering new and sustaining existing research collaborations and partnerships. This position will provide scientific expertise and administrative oversight for the design, planning, and dissemination of a collaborative research portfolio that bridges clinical, community, and academic sectors.

The Director of Clinical Research will manage a team of data analysts, system engineers, biostatisticians, and Research Scientists within the Research Institute as well as within the context of the NIGMS-funded Delaware’s ACCEL Center for Translational Research (DE-CTR). In the CTR arena, the Director will oversee the Biostatistical and Epidemiologic Research Design (BERD) Core, leveraging resources across all ACCEL Institutions to support research addressing critical health needs in Delaware. This position will also represent ChristianaCare on the Data Science Core of the Delaware IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (DE-INBRE), supported by NIH NIGMS funding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Research Institute’s portfolio of research projects and related programs, ensuring all research is scientifically rigorous, clinically relevant, ethically sound, and meets all institutional, state, and federal rules, policies, and regulations.
• Provide high-level oversight of study designs, protocols, and statistical analyses to ensure scientific integrity and clinical relevance across all iREACH research projects.
• Ensure all research activities comply with IRB, HIPAA, and FDA regulations.
• Oversee the development of Data Safety Monitoring Plans (DSMP), Data Use Agreements (DUAs), and coordinated regulatory submissions for multiple institutions to ensure data privacy and security.
• Serve as the Research Institute’s liaison with ChristianaCare’s Center for Strategic Information Management (CSIM) and ensure the Research Institute’s data processes, procedures, and permissions are met pre- and post-EPIC implementation.
• Ensure ChristianaCare’s Research Institute adheres to the NIH Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Policy for all NIH-supported research.
• Lead efforts with DE-CTR and DE-INBRE partner institutions and research collaborators to develop, standardize, and share best practices.
• Manage and provide direct supervision to a multidisciplinary team of system engineers, data analysts, biostatisticians, and research scientists, fostering a culture of accountability and professional excellence.
• Serve as a primary mentor for clinical and junior investigators, providing expert guidance on grant development, study design, data evaluation, interpretation, and dissemination of findings.

Requirements

• PhD in Epidemiology, Public Health, or other healthcare disciplines required. MD, DO, or RN with an advanced degree (MPH or PhD) in Epidemiology, Public Health, or Medical Informatics highly desired.
• Distinguished publication record and a demonstrated history of securing and managing significant research grants.
• 5+ years of leading and managing complex federally funded grants and research programs.
• 5+ years of managing technical teams with a proven track record of hitting hard deadlines and managing competing priorities.
• Proven success in mentoring junior faculty or clinical investigators through the research lifecycle, from protocol development to publication.
• Experience navigating the complexities of multi-institutional data sharing, IRB coordination, and collaborative analysis.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of health data cloud computing and data standards such as FHIR to ensure data integrity and compatibility across diverse research environments.
• Strong command of statistical software (SAS, R, or Python) and deep familiarity with healthcare data structures (ICD-10, CPT, LOINC).
• Deep understanding of federal research requirements and regulations, including human subject research.
• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to promote and encourage diversity of thought.
• Adept at leading in a highly complex, matrixed healthcare environment.

Pay

Annual compensation range: $121,180.80 - $193,897.60. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Benefits

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions, visit our benefits page.