Senior Clinical Trials Operations Manager

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a senior leader to oversee clinical research programs from initiation to close-out across multiple hospital and clinic sites. You will lead a diverse team, drive trial budgets, and ensure high standards of regulatory compliance and performance metrics.

The role requires 5 years in clinical trials research with at least 3 years in management, plus strong collaboration with investigators and sponsors to advance research opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 5 years of experience in clinical trials research, including 3 years of management experience.
• Expertise in regulatory guidelines (ICH-GCP, CFR, AAHRP) and compliance.
• Proven ability to build relationships with investigators, sponsors, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical trial research from initiation to close-out across designated service line(s).
• Leads and develops a diverse team of research professionals across multiple sites.
• Manages study budgets and financial performance; ensures cost-effective operations.
• Drives performance metrics and ensures adherence to regulatory and institutional policies.
• Fosters collaboration with leadership and sponsors to expand research opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team development

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science

Bachelor's Degree in Life Science or related field

Tools

CTMS (Clinical Trial Management System)

Budgeting software

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking a senior leader to oversee clinical research programs from initiation to close-out across multiple hospital and clinic sites. You will lead a diverse team, drive trial budgets, and ensure high standards of regulatory compliance and performance metrics.

The role requires 5 years in clinical trials research with at least 3 years in management, plus strong collaboration with investigators and sponsors to advance research opportunities within the organization.