Supervisor - Clinical Research -

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ochsner Health is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to coordinate and oversee the regulatory and administrative processes for assigned clinical trials. You will supervise staff, develop documentation, and ensure compliance with all trial-related standards and regulations.

The role requires experience in clinical research, BLS certification, and an ACRP or SOCRA credential, with strong leadership and budgeting skills to support grant development and project success.

Formación

• Required: 5 years of experience conducting research and clinical trials; or 4 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree
• Preferred: 5 years of experience supervising teams conducting research and clinical trials
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire
• Required: Certification accredited by ACRP or SOCRA

Responsabilidades

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory and administrative processes and other research activity in relation to assigned clinical trials
• Develops and maintains required documentation
• Supervises, trains and develops department staff
• Maintains competency and conducts daily work per requirements and regulations for clinical trials and related research
• Develops and ensures physical and technological infrastructure
• Adapts communication and procedures to patient population while respecting privacy

Conocimientos

Clinical trial coordination

Grant budgeting

Computer literacy & data mgmt

Communication skills

Organization & multitasking

Analytical skills

Leadership / supervision

Educación

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor's in healthcare or related field

Descripción del empleo

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job- it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job coordinates the clinical trials and administrative activities of the assigned clinical research departments in collaboration with leadership and principal investigators. Organizes and conducts all clinical trial functions including staffing within the area of responsibility. Supervises clinical research and support staff within the assigned areas. Reports any suspected research irregularities to leadership and functions as project manager for clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

• Required - High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Preferred - Bachelor's in healthcare or related field

Work Experience

• Required - 5 years of experience conducting research and clinical trials; or
• Required - 4 years of experience conducting research and clinical trials with a bachelor’s degree
• Preferred - 5 years of experience formally supervising teams conducting research and clinical trials

Certifications

• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire
• Required - A certification accredited by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA).

Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong knowledge of safe protocol management in clinical trials.
• Strong knowledge of grant and budget development.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications, and ability to manage patient databases.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Organizational and time management skills and ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong supervisory/leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills and ability to demonstrate good judgement.

Job Duties

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory and administrative processes and other research activity and participant activity as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials
• Develops and maintains required documentation
• Supervises, trains and develops department staff
• Maintains competency in and conducts daily work in accordance with requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity
• Develops and ensures physical and technological infrastructure
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.