Research Operations Manager 2 - Lillehei Clinical Research Unit

About the Job

The Primary purpose of the position is to lead the clinical research program and infrastructure of the Lillehei Clinical Research Unit (LCRU) in collaboration with the LCRU Deputy Director and LHI leadership. The LCRU is a clinical research unit within the Lillehei Heart Institute (LHI).

Strategic Direction of the program

• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure that services are provided to the Cardiovascular investigators in an efficient, integrated and high quality manner to meet the clinical and research objectives of the Lillehei Clinical Research Unit (LCRU).
• Manage the budget, human resources, physical resources, operational policies and procedures, and other administrative activities of the integrated service.
• Work collaboratively with the Medical School, the Clinical Translational Research Institute (CTSI), M Health Fairview and University of Minnesota Physicians to serve the needs of cardiology patients and researchers.

Strategic Planning and long-range growth

• Participate in long-range planning, including strategic growth planning, for support of the LHI.
• Serve as a member of the division's Clinical Research Leadership team to participate in development of research priorities and the resources necessary to accomplish the division's mission.
• Responsible for developing and implementing tactics to meet strategic goals.

Collaboration across a large matrix organization

• Partners with other offices and committees within the University of Minnesota, Office of Academic Clinical Affairs, Clinical Translational Science Institute, University of Minnesota Physicians, and M Health Fairview to facilitate change and to make recommendations for improving research compliance and processes.
• Exemplify the mission of the department's initiatives with clinical partners.
• Represent the Cardiovascular division in the development and implementation of Medical School wide clinical research policies and procedures.

Direct and oversee daily operations of the LCRU personnel

• Management and training of all non-physician staff.
• Recommends the hiring of new staff and ensures proper orientation and training is provided.
• Writes and updates job descriptions, makes decisions regarding employee requests, delegate’s duties, conducts staff meetings, coordinates and conducts performance appraisals, monitoring progress and attainment of mutually agreed upon goals for direct reports.
• Facilitates the development of new and existing staff through individual and institutional activities.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Supports the development of the annual budget including ISO rate development and assists leadership and finance managers to develop capital purchases.
• Responsible for budget monitoring to manage and control expenditures.
• Mentors and directs staff to maximize resources efficiently.
• Maximizes cost efficiencies in the development of supply, equipment and inventory systems, managing operations and ensuring compliance within established budget targets for respective accounts.

Policies and Procedures

• Development of policies and procedures to promote adherence to Good clinical practices, Code of Federal Regulations and University and Fairview policies.
• Promotes adherence to regulatory requirements to ensure safety of study participants and employees.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• - Requires BA/BS with at least 8 years experience managing/leading clinical studies/teams in a supervisor leadership capacity or an advanced degree with 6 years’ experience managing/leading clinical studies/teams in a supervisor leadership capacity.
• - Experience managing direct reports and leading clinical research teams.
• - Clinical Research experience in an Academic or Business and Industry setting
• - Expertise with Good Clinical Practice, Code of Federal Regulations, regulatory and compliance guidelines for clinical trials
• - Experience with using MS Office suite applications
• Preferred Qualifications:
• - Experience using REDCap, Smartsheet, ETHOS and OnCore
• - Cost-center/budget management experience
• - Experience managing clinical trials from start to finish. Grant funded trials as well and business and industry (medical device and pharmaceuticals)
• - Leadership skills include strong communication, problem solving, business integration across cross functional teams, and quality focused
• - Experience in Cardiovascular research

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $119,000-$135,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

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