University of California San Diego

Clinical Operations Supervisor - ACTRI - 139965

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7 years related experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years related experience
  • Ability to effectively supervise clinic support staff in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in practice operations and patient-service standards
  • Basic knowledge of HR management and ability to evaluate staff performance
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills for collaboration
  • Skilled in using business software and data management systems

Responsibilities

  • Supervise clinical research operations and lab support staff
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and research protocols
  • Manage day-to-day operations of clinical trials and research activities
  • Collaborate with clinical and study teams for service delivery
  • Oversee administrative functions such as scheduling and medical records
  • Maintain equipment and ensure data integrity in laboratory processes
  • Resolve issues and improve operational efficiencies

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs
  • Educational development opportunities
  • Generous paid time off
  • Retirement plans
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
AMBUL CARE ADMSTN SUPV 1 Department:
CLINICAL TRANSLA RESEARCH INST Hiring Pay Scale
$71,600 - $115,000 / Year Worksite:
East Campus (La Jolla) Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
Uncovered Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#139965 Clinical Operations Supervisor - ACTRI
Extended Deadline: Mon 7/13/2026
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This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 06/16/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI) is an NIH-funded Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) institution that provides the infrastructure to support high-quality and innovative translational research. ACTRI's vision is to translate scientificdiscoveries into improved health by delivering education, training, and infrastructure for clinical research in the San Diego area and beyond.

The ACTRI Center for Clinical Research (CCR) provides state-of-the-art clinical research facilities and operational support for investigators conducting human subjects research. The CCR includes multiple outpatient clinical research units and specialized clinics that support a widerange of studies, offering services such as participant visits, specimen collection and processing, and protocol-driven clinical procedures in a controlled, research-focused environment.

The CCR Clinic Clinical Operations Supervisor provides administrative and operational oversight of the ACTRI clinical research operations and laboratory services. The incumbent supervises operations and laboratory support staff and ensures efficient day-to-day functioning support of clinical trials and translational research activities at UC San Diego.

The role applies professional administrative concepts to implement established policies and procedures, ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements, and support high-quality operations. The Clinical Operations Supervisor resolves issues of moderate scope and collaborates with leadership, clinical, and study teams to ensure effective service delivery.

This role ensures compliance with research protocols, regulatory standards (e.g., IRB, FDA, HIPAA, GCP), and safety guidelines while managing staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of laboratory processes and data.

Supervises clinic operations staff involved in routine functions. Oversight of administrative areas such as registration, new patient coordination, scheduling, medical records storage and maintenance, facilities, insurance authorizations, and clinical support staff such as medical assistants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in Operations, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related area plus three years of related experience/training.
  • Skills to supervise support staff in clinic / center administration, and to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Knowledge of practice operations, patient-scheduling systems, medical and insurance terminology, applicable information systems, patient service standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Basic knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources issues and performance, and to provide input to decision-making on human resources matters.
  • Detail oriented, with the ability to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and apply effective solutions.
  • Solid interpersonal skills for effective information exchange and problem solving with all levels of management and staff, consultants, and outside agencies.
  • Skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey complex administrative, clinical, and technical information in a clear and concise manner, and to produce a variety of reports and analyses.
  • Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in clinic / center operations.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration, build partnerships, and communicate effectively across diverse stakeholders
  • Proven adaptability and responsiveness to new and changing situations in dynamic academic or research environments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
  • Four to six or more years of laboratory experience, preferably in a clinical research setting.
  • Certification (e.g., MLS/MT, ASCP).
  • Strong knowledge of clinical research regulations (GCP, FDA, IRB requirements).
  • Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS/LIMS).
  • Familiar with change management strategies.
  • Familiar with process improvement methodologies.
  • Understanding of leadership theories and approaches (e.g., transformational, servant leadership).
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
  • Must be willing and able to travel.
  • Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $34.29 - $61.02

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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