(Hybrid) Training Manager - HSC Cancer Institute

About the role

The Training Manager is responsible for the educational program development and training support within the West Virginia University Cancer Institute Clinical Research Unit (WVUCI CRU). Training initiatives are a key component of the infrastructure-building mission of WVUCI CRU to ensure we maintain an ethical and compliant research team and portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop new hire onboarding and continuing training and education for the WVUCI CRU in collaboration with WVUCI CRU leadership, including an onboarding curriculum, continuing education and competency-based training
• Define and develop an onboarding curriculum for WVUCI clinical investigators in collaboration with Associate Director of Clinical Research and WVUCI CRU leadership
• Coordinate onboarding schedule for new personnel to include activities such as job shadowing, site tours, department briefings, and workflow demonstrations
• Develop appropriate training materials on diverse topics
• Promote and effectively deliver or facilitate training to WVUCI CRU functional groups and investigators using various training methods and activities
• Advise WVUCI CRU leadership on training gaps by conducting training needs analyses to determine specific training needs for clinical research staff and supporting departments
• Lead continuous improvement training, including translating trends identified through the quality management system
• Stay abreast of available training platforms and methods (digital and in person) and advise on best modes of training facilitation
• Evaluate training documentation systems, assist with implementation, and maintain learning system educational materials
• Research, analyze, and recommend external training programs as needed to provide opportunities for ongoing development
• Maintain records of training activities and employee progress and contribute to program metrics
• Create and disseminate status reports on project/program plans, progress, and results of activity
• Assist with revisions to Standard Operating Procedures as part of ongoing quality improvement plans
• Participate in building educational infrastructure through collaboration with other WVUCI regional locations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (life sciences, public health, healthcare administration, education, or related discipline)
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in clinical research, healthcare education/training, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience developing and/or coordinating training programs or onboarding processes for clinical or research personnel
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Skills

• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP/ICH-GCP), regulations and guidance documents governing clinical research
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent training tracks and competing deadlines
• Working knowledge of research related guidances and regulations, including but not limited to IRB requirements, FDA code of federal regulations and guidances, and ICH GCP
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfort presenting to and coordinating with research staff and physicians
• Able to assess staff training needs, then develop and deliver materials using traditional and modern methods (mentoring, e-learning, workshops, simulations)
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, learning management systems or similar technologies, and tracking tools
• Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, and impact analysis. Uses logic to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of alternative training and education solutions
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret regulations, guidance documents, operating procedures and apply to development of training and educational materials
• Strong time management and prioritization across simultaneous projects
• Works effectively both independently and in cross-functional teams
• Aligns work with organizational goals, promotes quality, and demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and adherence to organizational values
• Strong self-management with ability to adapt to change, uses sound judgment, strong accountability, and ability to follow management direction and follow work schedule and leave policies

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• SOCRA or ACRP certification, or willingness to obtain within 1 year

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year (for personal illness, caring for sick family, or regularly scheduled medical appointments for self or family; family includes immediate relatives, in-laws, and household members)
• Range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks
• Wellness programs

About West Virginia University

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community, with profound impact across the state through R1 research at the flagship Morgantown campus, career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley. Core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation — unite employees as Mountaineers in a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters collaboration.

Posted October 22, 2026 · Non-Classified · Exempt · Full-time · Benefits eligible · Hybrid schedule