Director, Research Ops & Standardization (Hybrid)

OSF Healthcare; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,292 - 114,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

OSF Healthcare is looking for a Director of Research Operations & Standardization to lead operational excellence within its research enterprise. This role focuses on process standardization, workforce development, and ensuring high-quality research conduct across all facilities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of clinical research experience and 3 years in leadership roles, alongside certifications in research management. A hybrid work model is provided, along with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7 years progressive experience in clinical research operations within a healthcare or academic medical center environment.
• 3 years in a formal leadership role overseeing research coordinators, managers, or operational teams.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and track operational KPIs and performance dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for operational excellence and process standardization across the research enterprise.
• Establish standardized operational frameworks and training infrastructure.
• Drive alignment with ministry standards and improve performance across the system.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, nursing, biological/life sciences, or related field

Master’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, business administration, or related field

Tools

Epic research functionality

Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS)

REDCap

iRIS

Job description

OSF Healthcare is looking for a Director of Research Operations & Standardization to lead operational excellence within its research enterprise. This role focuses on process standardization, workforce development, and ensuring high-quality research conduct across all facilities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of clinical research experience and 3 years in leadership roles, alongside certifications in research management. A hybrid work model is provided, along with competitive pay and benefits.