Clinical Research Project Manager, COM CCTST

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Cincinnati's College of Medicine seeks a Clinical Research Project Manager for the CCTST to oversee diverse research programs, coordinate services, and connect investigators with institutional resources in a hybrid work setting.

You will support study implementation, develop dashboards with Power BI, and ensure compliance with policies while collaborating with statisticians, data scientists, and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; nine years of relevant work experience can be used in lieu of education requirement.
• Five (5) years related experience.
• Experience in an academic or clinical setting noted as additional qualification.
• SOCRA or ACRP certification considered.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Research Navigator for the CCTST Research Central, providing investigators with a centralized point of entry for research support services.
• Conduct intake, assessment, and triage of investigator requests and coordinate consultations.
• Manage Research Central workflows by tracking requests and ensuring timely resolution of research support requests.
• Develop and maintain operational workflows, SOPs, and process improvements for Research Central services.
• Manage complex research data: acquisition, quality assurance, harmonization, integration, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop dashboards, metrics, and reports to monitor utilization, performance, outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with investigators, statisticians, informaticians, data scientists, and partners to support study implementation and decision making.
• Utilize data analytics and tools (R, Python, SQL, REDCap, Tableau/Power BI) to automate workflows and improve reporting.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and workflow automation to improve efficiency.
• Participate in strategic planning and evaluation activities for Research Central and CCTST.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and data governance.

Skills

Project management

Research coordination

Data analysis

R

Python

SQL

Tableau/Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Nine years of relevant work experience in lieu of education

Tools

REDCap

SAS

Jira

Job description

Clinical Research Project Manager, COM CCTST Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Clinical Research Project Manager, COM CCTST Posting Start Date: 8/27/26 Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC’s momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu .

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting‑edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.

A full‑time Clinical Research Project Manager position is available in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science & Training (CCTST) at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. This position will actively participate, plan, and evaluate multiple, complex and/or multi‑fasceted research programs for one or more designated departments, programs, or central units. Duties can span a broad range of activities or be primarily focused within one or more areas of the clinical research spectrum.

Essential Functions

• Serve as a Research Navigator for the CCTST Research Central, providing investigators with a centralized point of entry for research support services and facilitating timely connection to appropriate institutional resources.
• Conduct intake, assessment, and triage of investigator requests; identify research needs; coordinate consultations; and facilitate seamless handoffs among CCTST programs, cores, and institutional partners throughout the research lifecycle.
• Manage Research Central workflows by tracking requests, monitoring progress, communicating with investigators and service providers, and ensuring timely resolution of research support requests.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational workflows, standard operating procedures, and process improvements that enhance the efficiency, consistency, and user experience of Research Central services.
• Manage complex research and operational data, including acquisition, quality assurance, harmonization, integration, analysis, and reporting from multiple institutional data sources.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, metrics, and reports that monitor Research Central utilization, operational performance, service outcomes, investigator satisfaction, and program impact.
• Collaborate with investigators, research administrators, statisticians, informaticians, data scientists, and institutional partners to support study implementation, resource utilization, and data‑informed decision making.
• Utilize data analytics and programming tools (e.g., R, Python, SQL, REDCap, Tableau/Power BI, or similar platforms) to automate workflows, improve reporting, and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and workflow automation, to improve routing, intake, service delivery, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in strategic planning and evaluation activities for Research Central and the CCTST by contributing to new initiatives, pilot projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and data governance standards while maintaining confidentiality of research and investigator information.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• N/A

Required Experience

• Five (5) years related experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience in an academic or clinical setting in the area of clinical specialization.
• SoCRA or ACRP certification.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Continuously

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page .

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