Clinical Research Manager - Heme Malignancy Program

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to lead the oncology clinical research team within the Heme Malignancy program. You will drive strategic planning, oversight of ~14 staff, and ensure milestones, recruitment and data timelines are met with sponsor requirements.

The ideal candidate brings leadership experience in oncology trials, strong project management, training ability, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in related area.
• Within one year in position, Clinical Trial Professional certification.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Minimum 3 years in Lead/Supervisory/Manager roles.
• Broad knowledge of clinical or laboratory research and trial philosophy.
• Strong project management skills for fast-paced environments.
• Experience leading diverse teams and training staff.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication; negotiator and advisor.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the clinical research team within the oncology program.
• Provide operational leadership to ~14 staff including supervisors and coordinators.
• Plan strategically to meet program goals and milestones.
• Monitor recruitment targets, data timelines, budgets and sponsor needs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Clinical trial knowledge

Oncology experience

Staff supervision

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Clinical Trial Management Systems

Job description

Job Summary :

We are looking to hire a Clinical Research Manager to help develop, shape and grow the clinical research team in the Oncology research program. The Heme Malignancy research program is a fast-paced environment and the successful candidate will be an independent, detail-oriented individual with drive and focus.

The candidate will be a proven leader with project management skills and mindset, experience in oncology clinical trials, and have the ability to consistently deliver results on a tight timeline. The candidate will have leadership skills and training experience to provide operational leadership to a group of Clinical Research Staff, including Clinical Research Supervisor(s), Senior Clinical Research Coordinator(s), Clinical Research Coordinators and Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator(s) (total program size of ~ 14 staff), while monitoring workload and productivity.

Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Clinical Research Manager is responsible for strategic planning in order to meet program goals, along with ensuring all reporting and study milestones are met including recruitment targets, data entry timelines, budget and sponsor requirements. This position also requires the candidate to be responsive to Principal Investigators and scientific oversight committees. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and research staff is a plus.

The success of the team is dependent on managing performance, maintaining morale, upholding consistency across disease programs in terms of workload and assignment management, as well as maintaining high quality customer service. To achieve service quality, the Clinical Research Manager will work closely with staff to identify areas in need of training and development, review, and refreshers. The Clinical Research Manager also works closely with the Associate Director to report and interpret performance and metric data.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area.
• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Minimum of 3 years of Lead/Supervisory/Manager experience
• Broad knowledge of clinical or laboratory research and clinical research philosophy. Demonstrated ability to translate clinical research philosophy into business best practices in a trial setting.
• Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
• Demonstrated experience managing people with a wide range of educational backgrounds and skills. Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others. Demonstrated experience in training others in the field of research.
• Demonstrates good problem-solving and analytical skills. Creatively addresses complex or new problems.
• Strong communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Clear and concise communicator. Ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability utilizing clinical trial management systems.
• Skills to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams. Ability to interface and collaborate with other members of an extended study team. Ability to influence / persuade.
• Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate programs with others in division, department, and organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.

Licenses

• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area.
• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Minimum of 3 years of Lead/Supervisory/Manager experience
• Broad knowledge of clinical or laboratory research and clinical research philosophy. Demonstrated ability to translate clinical research philosophy into business best practices in a trial setting.
• Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
• Demonstrated experience managing people with a wide range of educational backgrounds and skills. Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others. Demonstrated experience in training others in the field of research.
• Demonstrates good problem-solving and analytical skills. Creatively addresses complex or new problems.
• Strong communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Clear and concise communicator. Ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability utilizing clinical trial management systems.
• Skills to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams. Ability to interface and collaborate with other members of an extended study team. Ability to influence / persuade.
• Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate programs with others in division, department, and organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.

Licenses

• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.