Senior Clinical Research Operations Project Manager - Clinical Trials Office

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Operations Project Manager to lead enterprise-level clinical research initiatives. You will align multiple departments, stakeholders, and technologies, translating complex needs into actionable plans for improved efficiency and compliance.

You will build governance, manage change, and deliver analytics-driven performance insights while shaping research service delivery across UW Medicine. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in project management, research administration, healthcare operations, or clinical research management.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced qualifications and leadership in enterprise initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a portfolio of enterprise-level clinical research operational initiatives from conception through implementation and evaluation.
• Lead complex projects involving multiple departments, governance structures, and stakeholder groups.
• Develop charters, business cases, governance structures, work plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Data analytics

Communication

Presentation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Health Administration/Public Health/Life Sciences/Information Systems

Master's degree (preferred) in related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Asana

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Job description

Job Description

The Clinical Trials Office (CTO) has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Clinical Research Operations Project Manager to join their team.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the CTO Senior Director, the Senior Clinical Research Operations Project Manager (Project Manager) serves as a strategic leader responsible for planning, managing, and executing enterprise-level initiatives that advance clinical research program operations across UW Medicine. This role independently manages a portfolio of high-priority projects involving multiple operations units, stakeholder groups, technologies, and governance structures with the goal of enhancing efficiency, regulatory compliance, operations excellence, and research service delivery. You will join a highly collaborative environment where your ability to connect people, data, and strategy will make an institution-wide impact. As a trusted advisor to leaders and partners, you will translate complex operational needs into clear plans, build alignment across diverse groups, and lead meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Project Leadership - 35%

• Independently manage a portfolio of enterprise-level clinical research operational initiatives from project conception through implementation and evaluation.
• Lead highly complex projects involving multiple departments, operational units, technologies, and stakeholder groups.
• Develop project charters, business cases, governance structures, work plans, timelines, risk mitigation strategies, and implementation plans.
• Establish project priorities and ensure alignment with Clinical Trials Office and UW Medicine strategic objectives.

Governance and Stakeholder Engagement - 25%

• Facilitate institutional committees, governance groups, steering committees, and stakeholder working groups supporting clinical research operations.
• Serve as a representative of the CTO in institutional discussions related to operational strategy, process improvement, technology initiatives, and organizational change.

Strategic Planning and Organizational Change Management - 15%

• Lead organizational change initiatives associated with new policies, technologies, workflows, operational models, and strategic priorities.
• Assess change impacts and develop stakeholder engagement, communication, training, and adoption strategies.

Data Analytics, Metrics, and Performance Improvement - 15%

• Develop and maintain operational metrics, dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools to assess organizational performance and project outcomes.
• Analyze clinical research operational data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and areas for process improvement.

Clinical Research Operations Support - 10%

• Provide consultation and project leadership for operational initiatives across the clinical research lifecycle.
• Support implementation of new systems, technologies, and operational processes.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, Public Health, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, Information Systems, or a related field, plus five years of progressively responsible experience in project management, research administration, healthcare operations, or clinical research management.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience independently managing enterprise-level initiatives and leading organizational change initiatives.
• Experience facilitating governance committees, steering committees, or executive workgroups and successfully building consensus and influencing stakeholders without direct reporting authority.
• Experience developing operational metrics, performance dashboards, and analytic reporting, with strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams, plus project management platforms such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Asana.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Administration, Clinical Research, Information Management, or a related field.
• Four or more years leading complex, cross-functional projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean, Six Sigma, Prosci, ACRP, SOCRA, or comparable certification.
• Experience with Clinical Trial Management Systems, research administration systems, enterprise reporting platforms, executive leadership support, strategic planning, or operational governance programs.
• Knowledge of FDA, NIH, OHRP, GCP, CMS, and other regulations governing clinical research.

Working Conditions

This role is designed as a hybrid position, requiring a combination of onsite and remote work. A fully remote work arrangement may be considered. Employees approved for fully remote status must maintain the ability to report onsite as needed to support project requirements and other business-related activities.

About Us

The Clinical Trials Office supports the clinical research mission of UW Medicine. The CTO is an operational unit within the School of Medicine's Office of Research and Graduate Education charged with providing multi-service support to clinical researchers bringing important new therapies to patients while maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory and institutional requirements.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$90,576.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$135,864.00 annual

Benefits

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Other Compensation

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Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.