Clinical Research Supervisor 1 - 136564

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health institution in California is seeking a Clinical Research Supervisor to oversee staff and manage clinical trials. Responsibilities include ensuring protocol compliance, training staff, and collaborating with research teams. Candidates should have significant experience in clinical trial management and excellent communication skills. This position is full-time with a salary range of $88,000 - $124,000 per year, based in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff involved in routine research study coordination.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage clinical trials.
• Create informational materials; liaise with UCSD departments.

Skills

Supervision

Clinical trial management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area

Clinical Trial Professional certification (within one year)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Spreadsheets

Clinical trial management systems

Job description

Overview

Payroll Title: CLIN RSCH SUPV 1

Department: OB/GYN & REPRODUCTIVE SCIENCES

Worksite: Campus

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: Uncovered

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

Filing Deadline: Tue 9/16/2025

Salary: $88,000 - $124,000 / Year

Location: San Diego, CA (UC San Diego Health)

This posting has been modified as of 9/4/2025 and reposted.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff involved in routine research study coordination. Oversees staff in execution of assignments; trains and mentors staff to improve quality and quantity of work.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage clinical trials including protocol management: screening for eligibility, enrollment and maintenance of subjects, data collection and analysis, biospecimen collection and processing, ensuring protocol compliance, adverse event reports, monitoring treatments and toxicities, laboratory and specimen submission, and maintenance of accurate clinical research files.
• Create informational and recruitment materials; liaise with UCSD departments and agencies for study implementation.
• Manage human subjects submissions, renewals, and safety reports. Communicate with physicians and disease groups; attend regular meetings (including monthly Center operations meetings).
• Assist PIs with proposals, progress reports and manuscripts. Independently create original documents and policies for assigned disease teams. Work with sponsors and regulatory officials.
• Oversee recruitment and training of new personnel (full-time, paid/volunteer undergraduate researchers). Support Project Manager with reviewing university research account statements and invoicing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related area plus three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.
• Working knowledge of clinical or laboratory research, clinical trial recruitment, eligibility, protocol adherence, data submission and adverse event reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; adaptable to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration; experience in training others in research.
• Critical thinking to evaluate issues and identify solutions.
• Clear and concise communication skills; strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, mentorship; ability to cultivate relationships with stakeholders at various levels.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and clinical trial management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency

Annual Full Pay Range: $88,000 - $161,600 (prorated if appointment percentage < 100%). Hourly: $42.15 - $77.39. Compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and internal policies.

Vaccination and Certifications

If employed by the University, compliance with vaccination programs may be required. Some life-support certifications must include hands-on practice and in-person assessment if applicable.

Equal Opportunity and Policies

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. UC San Diego Health maintains a smoke-free, drug-free environment. Life-support certifications requirements may apply where relevant.

Applications/resumes are accepted for current job openings only; full consideration requires submission before the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications may be considered during extension, but a position may be filled earlier.