Director of Clinical Trials Financial Management

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Serves as a strategic architect of clinical research financial infrastructure, focusing on budgeting, billing, financial monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Develops and implements efficient management processes. Leads operations and oversees the employment lifecycle of the Systems Solution team. Directs review and oversight processes for projects involving human subjects and billable procedures, and ensures consistent institutional determinations. Oversees financial planning, process design, data integrity, risk mitigation, unit budgeting, and high-level reporting. The role also supports budgeting and invoicing for specialized programs where appropriate.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a medical, science, or business field.
  • In-depth knowledge of clinical research, IRB policies, and regulatory standards.
  • 10 years of experience in administration and financial management.
  • 7 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
  • Ability to foster a diverse and collaborative environment while facilitating staff development and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree, such as a Master of Business Administration.
  • Certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Administrators (SOCRA).
  • Advanced proficiency with clinical research data applications, specifically OnCore and Epic certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead operations and oversee the employment lifecycle of the Systems Solution team.
  • Collaborate to establish productivity metrics and strategic goals.
  • Direct reviews and ensure comprehensive oversight and approval for projects involving human subjects and billable procedures.
  • Ensure institutional consistency in determinations.
  • Ensure precise categorization of services to safeguard third-party and research account billing integrity.
  • Enforce compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations; monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on their projected impact.
  • Develop and disseminate educational resources to promote financial literacy and billing compliance.
  • Direct the design and implementation of financial processes and ensure data integrity.
  • Manage issue resolution, track systemic trends, and collaborate on permanent solutions to mitigate institutional financial risk.
  • Lead financial planning and infrastructure assessments; evaluate data to refine operational strategies and develop redesigns.
  • Manage the unit operating budget, ensure adherence, and prepare high-level status reports.
  • Oversee budgeting and invoicing tasks for specialized programs where appropriate.
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