Master's degree in Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science with two years of relevant administrative and medical experience in research projects or health-related activities.
One year of supervisory experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of scientific principles relevant to clinical research.
Experience in managing both single- and multi-center studies.
Responsibilities
Oversee operational activities at clinical sites for multi-center studies.
Collaborate with principal investigators to develop research plans and negotiate protocol changes.
Ensure timely completion of implementation and analysis phases of studies.
Coordinate hiring and training of support staff across clinical sites.
Evaluate and interpret clinical data, preparing progress reports and quality control monitoring.
Develop necessary documentation for project implementation and evaluation.
Conduct site visits and coordinate sponsor audits.
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs.
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
Educational Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
Department:
10010 NCCT (National Center for Clinical Trials) - Administration
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Remote
Normal Business hours
Pay Range: $33.05 - $49.60
Job Description:
Under administrative review, performs management level work directed toward the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a multi-center study or multiple large studies. Requires the use of judgment and discretion in performing the assigned duties and responsibilities related to the project. These actions tend to establish precedents and direction for the project(s).
Education/Experience:
Master's degree in Psychology, Nursing, or Basic Science with two years' relevant administrative and medical experience in research projects or other health-related activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One-year experience in a supervisory capacity.
Essential Functions:
Oversees the operational activities at the clinical site(s) and coordinates the activities of a multi-center study or multiple large studies.
Collaborates with principal investigator(s) in developing plans for research projects and to discuss the interpretation of results. Negotiates protocol changes with funding agency/sponsor.
Assumes major responsibility for the successful and timely completion of the tasks that comprise the implementation and analysis phases of a multi-center study or multiple studies including planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
Coordinates the hiring of and provides direction to support staff. Plans and coordinates training sessions for project personnel located at the different clinical sites. Oversees recruitment, data collection, and follow-up activities.
Translates planning and design decisions into concrete activities and tasks for project implementation and sets priorities for project implementation.
Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data. Manages the preparation of progress reports and quality control monitoring; participate in the analysis of study data and the writing of scientific papers for publication.
Develops data collection forms, procedural manuals, and other documents required for project implementation and evaluation.
Ensures that all aspects of the following are completed: a. Study is conducted in accordance to the study protocol and contract b. Legal aspects adhere to state and federal regulations and guidelines c. Requirements of the Medical School and the University comply with the conduct of the study d. Technical requirements of the funding agency are met, including auditing requirements
Conducts site visits to evaluate staff and study activities. Coordinates sponsor audits.
Represents the project to all related community agencies and organizations, serving as the study's liaison, spokesperson, and representative.
Conducts meetings and visits with potential study sponsors to promote WFUHS as a study site.
Attends and participates in national and local meetings related to the planning, operation, and evaluation of the study.
Assists industry representatives (pharmaceutical, device, etc.) in planning and implementing future studies due to extensive knowledge in the specific field of research.
Responsible for developing and monitoring the study budget(s). Compiles and prepares financial progress reports. Tracks payments by sponsors, assuring correct amount received for each participant and testing.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Skills/Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates knowledge of scientific principles
Experience in both single- and multi-center studies
Work environment:
Clean, well lit office environment
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health Care
Advocate Health Care is a not-for-profit, faith-based health system providing comprehensive health care services to the people of Illinois. The organization is the largest fully integrated health care delivery system in Illinois, with more than 500 sites of care and 12 hospitals, including two of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals, the state’s largest integrated children’s network, five Level I trauma centers (the state’s highest designation in trauma care), three Level II trauma centers, one of the area’s largest home health and hospice companies and one of the region’s largest medical groups. Advocate Health Care trains more primary care physicians and residents at its four teaching hospitals than any other health system in the state. As a not-for-profit, mission-based health system affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the United Church of Christ, Advocate contributed $1.6 billion in charitable care and services to communities across Chicagoland and Central Illinois in 2019.
