MANAGER-CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSING

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 85,600 - 139,100; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a Manager-Clinical Research Nursing. This role involves overseeing study activities, managing clinical trial life cycles, and providing leadership for research infrastructure. A Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience are required, along with current RN licensing. The position offers a salary range of $85,600 - $139,100 and is hybrid eligible.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related experience required; work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• CCRC or CCRP certification preferred.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff conducting study activities including complex protocols.
• Manage life cycle of the clinical trial from start-up to closure.
• Resource person and SME in clinical research.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Research

Protocol Development

GCP Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

MANAGER-CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSING (T234474)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Clinical Research Support Enterprise, is seeking a Manager-Clinical Research Nursing.

General Responsibilities

• To oversee staff in conducting all study activities including more complex protocols in accordance with the protocol, IRB regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• To assist with the management of the life cycle of the clinical trial as needed from study start‑up through trial maintenance to study closure.
• To oversee and/or manage multiple clinical research protocols and the associated personnel.
• To serve as a resource person or act as a subject matter expert (SME) within area of clinical expertise.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provides strategic and operational leadership for the CReSt study startup and clinical research systems infrastructure.
2. Guides and directs startup workflows to ensure the timely, accurate, and efficient execution of feasibility coordination, protocol calendar development, billing plan alignment, OnCore configuration, and EPIC research integration.
3. Establishes and monitors startup performance indicators, identifies process inefficiencies, and implements structured workflow improvements to enhance activation timelines and operational performance.
4. Serves as a clinical and operational subject matter expert (SME) across drug, device, behavioral, and investigator‑initiated trials.
5. Leads process improvement initiatives to strengthen research infrastructure, promote financial stewardship, and ensure compliance with IRB, FDA, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Annual Salary Range: $85,600 - $139,100

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and eight (8) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification preferred. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location: University

Job Category: Clinical Research

Organization: 310009510 Clinical Research Support Enterprise

Employee Status: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible