Pediatric Clinical Research Program Manager

University of Florida; Gainesville, Jacksonville (FL, FL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville seeks an experienced Clinical Research Program Manager to oversee UF CARES’ HIV and non-HIV clinical research operations. You will lead research staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate budgets, sponsors, and milestones.

The role requires a master's or equivalent, and certification in shipping, CITI/NIH within 3 months. Strong supervision and process-improvement focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelors degree in appropriate areas of specialization and two years of experience.
• Obtain and maintain Shipping Dangerous goods certification and obtain and maintain CITI and NIH Certification within 3 months to maintain employment.
• Working knowledge of computers and computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management and coordination of clinical research activities within UF CARES.
• Manages and supervises Clinical Research Coordinators and other assigned research staff, including workload assignment, training, performance management, and staff development.
• Research Program Management and Operations – Plans, directs and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the UF CARES clinical research program.
• Personnel Management and Staff Development – Provides direct supervision and leadership to Clinical Research Coordinators and other assigned research personnel.
• Regulatory, Compliance and Quality Oversight – Oversees compliance with IRB, FDA, NIH, sponsor, University and other applicable research requirements.
• Financial and Administrative Management – Provides oversight of clinical research budgets and financial activities, including study budget review, sponsor billing, invoice reconciliation, research visit billing and appropriate use of grant and research funds.
• Study and Sponsor/PI Coordination – Serves as a primary operational liaison among the PI, research staff, sponsors, protocol teams, IRB, research pharmacy, departmental administration and other internal and external partners.
• Program Development and Process Improvement – Assists the PI and departmental leadership with growth and development of the clinical research program, including evaluation of new study opportunities, assessment of staffing and resource needs, development and implementation of procedures, and continuous improvement of research operations.
• Clinical Research Support – Maintains sufficient knowledge of active studies to provide guidance, coverage and direct study support when needed.

Skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

Master's degree or Bachelor's with 2 years experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville seeks an experienced Clinical Research Program Manager to oversee UF CARES’ HIV and non-HIV clinical research operations. You will lead research staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate budgets, sponsors, and milestones.

The role requires a master's or equivalent, and certification in shipping, CITI/NIH within 3 months. Strong supervision and process-improvement focus are essential.