Clinical Research Manager - Oncology

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Be at your best with an organization that equips you to do so. Whose people unite in making lives better. At Carilion Clinic, we help communities stay healthy and our region grow stronger through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. As part of our team, you can expect professional stability, strong technological resources, and the advancement potential of a regional leader. Based in Roanoke, VA, we are an award-winning, community-based network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices, and affiliations with prestigious academic medical institutions. Explore how joining a regional leader can enhance your ability to learn, grow, and succeed. The Oncology Clinical Research Manager is part of a team of Clinical Research Coordinators and Nurses. The manager monitors clinical trial metrics, team performance, and trial operations for direct reports. Manages team of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) and Nurses (N) daily. Coordinates recruitment, training, staff development, and annual performance management. Oversees employee onboarding. Manages the staff scheduling. Tracks and monitors trial metrics for active studies such as screening, enrollment, and screen failures. Proactively identifies obstacles to enrollment and works with study team to resolve study issues. Compiles activity for invoicing within the research trials in collaboration with study team. Monitors trial budgeting with the Clinical Trial Financial Specialist and Clinical Trials Director. Manages workload planning and staff resource management with leadership. Provides trial oversight and can be back-up CRC/Ns with emergency study coverage. Plans educational programming for monthly CRC/N staff meetings. Assists Clinical Trials Director and Clinical Trials Systems and Project Manager with CTMS/Epic study builds and other start up activities, as needed. Supports the Clinical Trials Director with the leadership of the Clinical Research Team. Facilitates efficient clinical trial start up. Communicates with physicians, CRC/Ns, administrative staff, study sponsors, and agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of related experience may be used in lieu of bachelor's degree.
6 years of experience in a clinical trial and research. Master's degree and 4 years of experience may be accepted.
Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC). If not certified, research certification will be required within 1 year of hire.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Advanced knowledge of human subjects research regulations.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
Adaptability to adjust to changing priorities and ability to process large volumes of information.
Highly organized.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Monitors clinical trial metrics, team performance, and trial operations for direct reports.
Manages team of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) and Nurses (N) daily.
Coordinates recruitment, training, staff development, and annual performance management.
Oversees employee onboarding.
Manages the staff scheduling.
Tracks and monitors trial metrics for active studies such as screening, enrollment, and screen failures.
Proactively identifies obstacles to enrollment and works with study team to resolve study issues.
Compiles activity for invoicing within the research trials in collaboration with study team.
Monitors trial budgeting with the Clinical Trial Financial Specialist and Clinical Trials Director.
Manages workload planning and staff resource management with leadership.
Provides trial oversight and can be back-up CRC/Ns with emergency study coverage.
Plans educational programming for monthly CRC/N staff meetings.
Assists Clinical Trials Director and Clinical Trials Systems and Project Manager with CTMS/Epic study builds and other start up activities, as needed.
Supports the Clinical Trials Director with the leadership of the Clinical Research Team.
Facilitates efficient clinical trial start up.
Communicates with physicians, CRC/Ns, administrative staff, study sponsors, and agencies.