Manager-Clinical Research

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the coordination, management, and day-to-day execution of all clinical trials and research projects conducted in the clinical research program. Responsibilities include supervision of personnel; documentation, standardization, and evaluation of clinical procedures and protocols; and coordination of compliance activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in research operations or clinical trial coordination, including one (1) year in a supervisory role.
Knowledge of FDA, OSHA, and quality assurance regulations.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively with patients, physicians, staff, study sponsors, UMMC administrators, and federal regulators.
Strong knowledge of computer systems, tools and programs.
Self-motivated and self-directed; demonstrated ability to lead a clinical team.

Nice To Haves

Certified Clinical Research Coord (CCRC) preferred

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for all aspects of study recruitment, enrollment, completion of all study visits for eligible participants.
Conducts operational clinic procedures and trains staff to conduct procedures according to study protocol, GCP, FDA and OSHA regulations.
Establishes clinic goals and assesses progress toward goals; maximizes effective utilization of staff and resources.
Assures confidentiality of study documents and oversees research participant follow-up and referrals.
Monitors study budgets and billings to insure adequacy of funds and compliance with UMMC policies and federal regulations.
Collaborates with investigators and directors to meet study objectives and resolve problems related to study budget, data, or activities.
Interacts with study sponsors, regulatory agencies, and UMMC compliance department on behalf of the study.
Prepares standard operating procedures and policies for the study/program and oversees the implementation of those policies.
Oversees completion/submission of IRB documents, progress reports, and other study deliverables.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.