Site Director- Chicago, IL

The IMA Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

IMA Clinical Research in Chicago, IL is seeking a Site Director to lead our local research operations and drive the site’s continued success.

You will oversee protocol feasibility, study budgets, and participant management while building a strong team and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role reports to senior leadership and shapes site strategy and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree or clinical credentials preferred.
• SoCRA CCRP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's research team and oversee daily operations.
• Manage budgets, revenue, expenses, and reporting to leadership.
• Hire, coach, and develop staff; set goals and conduct reviews.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance with HR on staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree / RN / NP / PA-C

SoCRA CCRP certification

Job description

Clinical Research Site Director | Chicago, IL

Salary: $135,000 - $145,000 per year plus bonus

IMA Clinical Research, part of an established clinical research site network, is seeking a Site Director to lead our Chicago location. This is an opportunity to shape site operations, build and develop your team, and drive the site’s continued success.

What You'll Own

• Lead the site's research team and keep daily operations moving, from protocol feasibility and study budgets to participant management
• Manage site financials, including budgets, revenue and expenses, and regular reporting to senior leadership
• Hire, coach, and develop your staff; set performance goals, run annual reviews, and build out SOPs and operational tools
• Champion quality and regulatory compliance, and work closely with leadership and HR on staffing needs

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree
• Hands-on experience at a clinical trial site
• 2-5 years managing people or operations at the site level
• Preferred: Master's degree, or RN, NP, or PA-C credentials
• A plus: SoCRA CCRP certification

What's In It for You

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and a floating holiday
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tax-free tuition and student loan repayment assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• No on-call duties: your evenings and weekends are your own

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