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Director of Study Operations

START Center for Cancer Research•Atlanta, GA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Study Operations leads research operations to ensure studies are conducted according to START standards and applicable regulatory requirements, with high-quality patient care. The role provides direction and oversight to the Clinical Research Coordinator, Data Coordinator, and Medical Records teams, with a high degree of autonomy. It collaborates with the Director of Nursing and Shared Services teams on clinic operations, study acquisition and activation, and quality assurance. The Director also oversees department processes, training, recruitment, retention, and supervision for areas of responsibility. The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It involves a fast-paced, changing healthcare environment, demanding deadlines, ongoing learning, and close work with physicians and ancillary personnel caring for oncology and hematology patients. Intermittent travel, less than quarterly, is required to support new site activation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Five years of leadership experience in an oncology clinical research setting.
  • CITI GCP training.
  • Knowledge of GCP, GDPR, and U.S. federal clinical research regulations.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and clinical documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in health administration, nursing, or another related field.
  • BLS/ACLS.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Clinical Research Coordinator, Data Coordination, and Medical Records teams to support quality care delivery and meet site-specific key performance indicators.
  • Train staff and the management team and demonstrate competency for their respective roles.
  • Ensure timely data management and communication with monitors and auditors, compliance with GCP, and complete training documentation for data management staff.
  • Uphold SOPs, including reviewing and revising them as required by the Global QMS program.
  • Support study acquisition and activation with the global shared services team, including facilitating protocol review meetings and overseeing accurate data collection and documentation in Veeva and other required systems.
  • Ensure departments use efficient processes and systems that support patient-care workflows and compliant care delivery under clinical research protocols.
  • Use continuous process improvement techniques to identify and address opportunities for improvement for patients, team members, and the organization.
  • Review incoming protocols for feasibility with respect to clinical research operations, particularly research coordinator teams.
  • Coordinate with regulatory, quality, site development, pharmacy, and finance departments to support care delivery and compliance with federal, GCP, and regulatory agency requirements.
  • Support effective implementation and use of CTMS, EHR, and other software for appropriate documentation and data capture in the departments of responsibility.
  • Collaborate with department leaders to identify and address process improvements.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to lead site operations and advance strategic projects locally and regionally.
  • Direct department processes, training, employee recruitment, retention, and supervision for areas of responsibility.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
  • Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with optional insurance options.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential, no-cost support for employees and their families from day one.
  • Flexible FSA and HSA plans.
  • A supportive environment that values balance, well-being, and flexibility.
  • Collaborative workplace emphasizing continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, inclusivity, and innovation.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Study Director salary in the US is approximately $109,000 per year, with a typical range of $65,000 to $200,000.
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