Clinical Research Director

Senior Clinical Research Professional

The Senior Clinical Research Manager is a critical role that requires strong leadership and management skills to oversee the execution of clinical trials and research studies.

This leader will lead and manage clinical trials and research studies, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

This individual will supervise research teams, collaborate with cross-functional departments, and provide strategic direction for clinical research activities.

1. Clinical Trial Management:

• Plan, initiate, and manage clinical research projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate and oversee the execution of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocols, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.
• Provide oversight on the recruitment, enrollment, and monitoring of clinical trial subjects.
• Manage relationships with clinical research organizations (CROs), investigators, and external vendors.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor clinical research staff, ensuring they are trained and performing effectively.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members based on project needs.
• Develop training programs and provide ongoing professional development for research teams.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory documentation, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and clinical trial applications.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies.
• Ensure timely reporting of adverse events and ensure the study meets ethical and regulatory standards.

Study Design & Protocol Development:

• Work with scientific and medical teams to develop clinical trial protocols.
• Ensure protocols meet study objectives, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Evaluate feasibility and risk of proposed studies.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Ensure data collection, monitoring, and analysis are conducted efficiently and accurately.
• Review and analyze clinical trial data to ensure quality and integrity.
• Prepare and present progress reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring that clinical trials are completed within financial constraints.
• Oversee resource allocation, including personnel, equipment, and materials.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster communication between internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clinical research coordinators, data managers, and other departments to ensure effective study execution.
• Resolve any issues related to clinical trial execution and provide solutions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for process improvement in clinical trial execution and management.
• Implement best practices to optimize research efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Education:

•o Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Research, or a related field (Master's or higher preferred).

• Experience:

•o 8 to 18 years of experience in clinical research, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

• Skills:

•o Strong project management, leadership, and organizational skills.

•o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Certifications:

•o Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) or Clinical Research Associate (CRA) certification preferred (or equivalent).

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