3,022 Research Operations jobs in the United States

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

We are actively expanding our central research teams to support Principal Investigators (PIs) and study teams who are focused on mission-critical clinical trials programs. The Sr. Clinical Research Operations Specialist will be primarily responsible for project managing clinic implementation activities to help ensure all clinical trial implementation gaps and issues for a study are identified and addressed in a timely manner until the trial is open to enrollment, and then subsequently project manage clinical trial implementation of amendments through the life cycle of the study. The role is a key member of the Clinical Readiness Team within the Fred Hutch Clinical Research Support Department, and actively collaborates with Clinical Trial Nurses, pharmacists, clinical service areas and research teams in driving implementation activities. This is a high-growth opportunity that allows for learning & impact in a variety of dimensions including cutting edge clinical trial operations, process improvement, technology tools and data-driven decision making.

This position will be 1.0FTE full-time, M-F from 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities

• Track & manage a portfolio of 20+ clinical trials.
• Set goals and timetables for each trial submitted to the Clinic Readiness team, ensuring that all clinic implementation activities related to study startup are completed. Using standard tools & templates, maintain and track detailed project plan & issues tracker for clinic implementation activities from pre-submission support to open to accrual; Subsequently support clinic implementation project management of amendments through the lifecycle of a study.
• Anticipate issues & barriers to study implementation and lead proactive steps to resolve issues & barriers.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams interacting with many different levels of staff within Clinical Research Support & other departments at Fred Hutch & UW.
• Effectively use written and oral communication skills. This includes exceptional note taking, maintaining clear, concise project management documents.
• Serve as study liaison, representing the study to other Center departments from a clinic implementation perspective. Give presentations as necessary.
• Analyze and apply expertise related multiple complex clinical trial protocols & associated documents. Draw out key information to help identify how research will be integrated into clinic activities.
• Call out areas and influence solutions where additional operational workflow/training are needed to accommodate protocol activities and identify implementation barriers.
• Troubleshoot any areas where documents are inconsistent or require additional clarification and define pathways to resolution.
• Serve as subject matter expert on operational practices at Fred Hutch and UW to help identify where specific protocols may not adhere to standard operating practices and require additional process analysis before they can be implemented.
• Lead stakeholder meetings, prepping agendas and pre-read materials, collecting & synthesizing inputs, guiding discussions in a solution-oriented way, documenting minutes, and following up on action items.
• Provide timely & accurate updates on status to customers and leadership.
• Organize and manage time and tasks independently.
• Continually advocate, identify & lead process improvement efforts
• Work with a variety of systems and tools including project management tools such as Smartsheet, ticketing systems such as Zendesk, Microsoft Office 365 tools actively work to enhance how systems can be used to make processes more efficient & accurate.
• Develop and/or present metrics, status updates and escalations to senior leaders and other groups.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, or related field
• 3 years of health care operations experience preferably in clinical research
• Demonstrated ability to deliver outcomes in fast paced environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to process complex documents and extract key information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Customer service oriented

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years of clinical research experience
• Project Management experience
• Experience with Zendesk or other customer service software
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRP), Certified Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA), or equivalent certification preferred.
• Oncology research experience
• Experience with Clinical Trials Management System (i.e., OnCore, Velos, etc.)

The annual base salary range for this position is from $77,976.00 to $107,328.00 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position will be 1.0FTE full-time, M-F from 8am-5pm.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

Additional Information

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Manager Of Research Operation

This full-time position is responsible for ensuring the integrity, quality, and compliance of clinical trials conducted at Astera Cancer Care. The Manager of Research Operation oversees the accurate execution of study visit procedures and the proper collection and documentation of patient data in accordance with study protocols. A key focus of the role is the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of research participants. The position operates under the general supervision of the Director of Clinical Research and Principal Investigators.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Supervise clinical research coordinators, ensuring efficient workload distribution, performance optimization, and adherence to all regulatory and protocol-specific requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to design, implement, and refine workflows, processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that support quality and efficiency in clinical trial operations.
• Manage site qualification, initiation, and close-out visits with study sponsors to support the successful implementation and execution of clinical trials.
• Review new study protocols and informed consent documents with staff to ensure comprehensive understanding of study objectives, methodology, visit schedules, adverse event reporting, and safety monitoring.
• Oversee subject screening conducted by coordinators, ensuring eligibility assessments are thoroughly based on medical history, current health status, and protocol-specific inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Ensure that all study-related patient visits are conducted in compliance with protocol requirements, including clinical procedures, assessments, and testing.
• Supervise investigational product (IP) inventory, accountability, and reconciliation across sites in accordance with sponsor and regulatory expectations.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete data collection, documentation, and entry into sponsor systems and internal databases; verify that all activities meet protocol, regulatory, and institutional standards.
• Serve as a key liaison with sponsor representatives and monitors, addressing protocol inquiries and supporting monitoring visits.
• Lead the review and dissemination of protocol amendments, safety notices, suspensions, and terminations with direct reports.
• Liaises with sponsor staff such as study monitors and assists direct reports in the preparation for and completion of monitor visits.
• Act as a subject matter expert and resource for staff regarding investigational product administration, safety profiles, and trial protocol specifics.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and assist with patient screening for enrollment as needed.
• Support sponsor audits, FDA inspections, and internal quality reviews through thorough preparation and participation.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and patient-centered care at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, life sciences or equivalent
• At least 5 years of clinical research experience
• Previous supervisory experience preferred

Work Environment:

• Office
• Travel to all offices as necessary

**Summary:**
As a Manager of Global Research Operations, you will implement operational systems, act as a connector, and problem-solve operational hurdles to enable researchers to do their most impactful work. In this role, you will define, establish, and maintain operational and team-wide programs within the Family of Apps (FOA) UXR pillars, as well as create and manage processes to support the team. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, enabling the team's best work by leading strategic planning of programs, managing short and long-term project milestones, anticipating project issues and resolving them, connecting resources to research needs, and removing barriers to doing great work. The Verticals Manager is an expert in problem-solving and multitasking while building long-term relationships with the UXR Leads, the broader team, and cross-functional partners. You will utilize a full range of organizational and interpersonal skills that help our talented teams operate at their highest and most effective level.This role requires both execution and strategic-focused program management experience and broad knowledge of research's impact on product design and development. Communication skills, demonstrated experience managing complex logistics, and a highly organized approach are mandatory.
**Required Skills:**
Manager, Research Operations Responsibilities:
1. Move initiatives forward, find resources, raise concerns to appropriate owners early and resolve open issues that prevent progress
2. Hold the line when schedule or progress is in jeopardy while maintaining respectful relationships
3. Predict roadblocks and obstacles and establish meetings or integration points between teams
4. Prioritize competing needs with reasoning and solutions
5. Coordinate resources across multiple projects
6. Contribute to overall Research Program Management team processes and tools, initiating improvements where needed
7. Engage, partner, and collaborate with FOA UX Research team members and leadership to proactively identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of our research process
8. Build and maintain a trusted, cooperative relationship with internal cross-functional partners (e.g., Legal, Privacy, Policy, Finance, Facilities, Security)
9. Utilize strategic tools, systems, and data to help the team analyze trends and deliver insights to define goals and improve processes
10. Lead a multi-disciplinary team with varying levels of experience
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. 10+ years of experience in operations or project/program management. 8+ years of experience if you have an advanced degree
12. 3+ years people management experience
13. 2+ years in UX Research or directly supporting UX Researchers
14. Proven track record of breaking down processes and identifying pain points to deliver business improvements
15. Experience communicating with a variety of audiences ranging from product team members to directors/VPs
16. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional groups to produce results
17. Experience developing and managing a budget
18. Experience scaling operations in a business environment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Vendor management experience
20. Experience with research operations, participant recruiting teams, lab facility management
21. Experience leading a globally distributed team
22. Experience developing international research programs
**Public Compensation:**
$142,000/year to $202,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
As a Manager of Global Research Operations, you will implement operational systems, act as a connector, and problem-solve operational hurdles to enable researchers to do their most impactful work. In this role, you will define, establish, and maintain operational and team-wide programs within the Family of Apps (FOA) UXR pillars, as well as create and manage processes to support the team. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, enabling the team's best work by leading strategic planning of programs, managing short and long-term project milestones, anticipating project issues and resolving them, connecting resources to research needs, and removing barriers to doing great work. The Verticals Manager is an expert in problem-solving and multitasking while building long-term relationships with the UXR Leads, the broader team, and cross-functional partners. You will utilize a full range of organizational and interpersonal skills that help our talented teams operate at their highest and most effective level.This role requires both execution and strategic-focused program management experience and broad knowledge of research's impact on product design and development. Communication skills, demonstrated experience managing complex logistics, and a highly organized approach are mandatory.
**Required Skills:**
Manager, Research Operations Responsibilities:
1. Move initiatives forward, find resources, raise concerns to appropriate owners early and resolve open issues that prevent progress
2. Hold the line when schedule or progress is in jeopardy while maintaining respectful relationships
3. Predict roadblocks and obstacles and establish meetings or integration points between teams
4. Prioritize competing needs with reasoning and solutions
5. Coordinate resources across multiple projects
6. Contribute to overall Research Program Management team processes and tools, initiating improvements where needed
7. Engage, partner, and collaborate with FOA UX Research team members and leadership to proactively identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of our research process
8. Build and maintain a trusted, cooperative relationship with internal cross-functional partners (e.g., Legal, Privacy, Policy, Finance, Facilities, Security)
9. Utilize strategic tools, systems, and data to help the team analyze trends and deliver insights to define goals and improve processes
10. Lead a multi-disciplinary team with varying levels of experience
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. 10+ years of experience in operations or project/program management. 8+ years of experience if you have an advanced degree
12. 3+ years people management experience
13. 2+ years in UX Research or directly supporting UX Researchers
14. Proven track record of breaking down processes and identifying pain points to deliver business improvements
15. Experience communicating with a variety of audiences ranging from product team members to directors/VPs
16. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional groups to produce results
17. Experience developing and managing a budget
18. Experience scaling operations in a business environment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Vendor management experience
20. Experience with research operations, participant recruiting teams, lab facility management
21. Experience leading a globally distributed team
22. Experience developing international research programs
**Public Compensation:**
$142,000/year to $202,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Job Summary**
The Manager, Research Operations is responsible for ensuring the compliance of the research program and associated research activities across the CHS enterprise. This includes coordinating the compliant implementation and conduct of projects involving human subjects during pre-award (e.g. budget preparation, study build in the Clinical Trial Management System, agreements, and Institutional Review Board submission) and post-award (e.g. amendments, continuing reviews and renewals, monitoring/auditing, and closures) phases. Scope may include oversight and management of sponsored research financial activities across the CHS enterprise. The successful incumbent will be detail-oriented and self-directed with demonstrated ability to work independently, yet establish cooperative relationships with colleagues.
**Essential Functions**
+ Performs comprehensive review of new research submissions including sponsored trials, federal grants and special projects, with respect to institutional research policies and procedures, and regulations governing research involving human subjects. This includes review of Research Team training and credentialing, document review, conflict of interest review, feasibility review, budget review, protocol and informed consent form review, agreement preparation and review, and Oracle entry preparation.
+ Monitors, tracks, and audits research activities across the CHS Enterprise for compliance with ethical, legal, financial, and reporting requirements. Prepares reports as needed. Assists Facility Research Staff with preparation for and response to audits.
+ Communicates status of research activities and financials to facilities, Research Operations, and Corporate leadership.
+ Develops and maintains knowledge of the CHS Research Program and associated activities to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of protocols. Collaborates with Facility Research Staff to evaluate project protocols and study budgets.
+ Facilitates onboarding and training of research support personnel and medical staff with respect to pre- and post-award activities, as well as research-related software platforms.
+ Maintains awareness, training and compliance regarding research laws, regulations, and guidance, such as, but not limited to NIH, JCAHO, OSHA, FDA, HIPAA, OIG, IRB. Collaborates with institutional compliance efforts related to research matters to ensure completion of any audit support documentation.
+ Maintains professional, collaborative working relationships, including frequent and open effective communication, with medical staff, other CHS departments/personnel, and outside organizations.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Complies with all policies and standards.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Science or a related field required or
+ Associate Degree paired with an applicable certification and/or additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of educational requirement required
+ Other advanced degree in Health Care, Science or Business preferred
+ 3-5 years of combined experience in coordination, management, administration of clinical trials, grants, and other sponsored programs in a hospital or academic setting required and
+ 2-4 years of experience working with study budgets, including developing reports and presentation of information, and contract matters required
+ 3-5 years of experience in auditing, project management, or process improvement, principles related to fair market value, clinical trial management systems, and/or Oracle; knowledge of Medicare billing and coding including CPT, HCPCS, ICD coding, and clinical research services billable to payers versus clinical trial sponsors preferred
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer service focus.
+ Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously, and effectively prioritize tasks and responsibilities to ensure deadlines are met.
+ High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
+ Ability to develop educational presentations and public speaking, as well as write policies, guidance documents, and/or standard operating procedures.
+ Must possess discretion and mature judgment with regard to confidential information.
+ Ability to understand and interpret scientific and medical dialogue and text.
+ Intermediate computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Clinical Trial Management Systems.
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ CHRC - Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance preferred or
+ CCRP - Certified Clinical Research Professional preferred or
+ CCRC - Certified Clinical Research Coordinator preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

**UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Full Time Research Operations Coordinator to support the Magee-Womens Research Institute!**
**This position will work daylight and some evening hours as needed.** _Hours are subject to change based on business needs._
The MWRI campus at Magee-Womens Hamot performs cutting-edge research in women's health in Erie. Studies focus on areas such as pregnancy, urogynecology, infectious disease, and other areas.
**This position is grant funded.**
The Research Operations Coordinator provides administrative support to leadership for the overall development, implementation, and continued evaluation of the overall conduct of the research systems. This role includes visionary leadership, knowledge of present and future research regulations and trends, strategic bench markings and innovative interventions.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Assist in development of educational programs within the system and community (i.e., prevention and control programs, symptoms, and pain management).
+ Assist leadership with the development, implementation, and evaluation of all systems to conduct interdisciplinary clinical research.
+ Responsible for conducting needs analysis as well as designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating education and training programs for the Department, to support employee understanding and adherence to established SOPs and governing regulatory departments.
+ Supervise assigned research personnel and provide direct input to leadership, in matters related to workload and individual staff performance.
+ Serve on various institutional committees such as Fiscal Review, Protocol Review Care, DSMB, etc. to ensure that clinical research follows the various bodies.
+ Responsible for staff hiring, scheduling, performance evaluations, termination of staff, problem resolution and monitoring workload for quantity, quality, and efficiency.
+ BSN or BS in related field, Master's preferred.
+ Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in clinical research.
· Management/leadership experience, experience in clinical research regulatory requirements, project management experience, RedCAP and database experience preferred.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.**

**Summary:**
As a Manager of Global Research Operations, you will implement operational systems, act as a connector, and problem-solve operational hurdles to enable researchers to do their most impactful work. In this role, you will define, establish, and maintain operational and team-wide programs within the Family of Apps (FOA) UXR pillars, as well as create and manage processes to support the team. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, enabling the team's best work by leading strategic planning of programs, managing short and long-term project milestones, anticipating project issues and resolving them, connecting resources to research needs, and removing barriers to doing great work. The Verticals Manager is an expert in problem-solving and multitasking while building long-term relationships with the UXR Leads, the broader team, and cross-functional partners. You will utilize a full range of organizational and interpersonal skills that help our talented teams operate at their highest and most effective level.This role requires both execution and strategic-focused program management experience and broad knowledge of research's impact on product design and development. Communication skills, demonstrated experience managing complex logistics, and a highly organized approach are mandatory.
**Required Skills:**
Manager, Research Operations Responsibilities:
1. Move initiatives forward, find resources, raise concerns to appropriate owners early and resolve open issues that prevent progress
2. Hold the line when schedule or progress is in jeopardy while maintaining respectful relationships
3. Predict roadblocks and obstacles and establish meetings or integration points between teams
4. Prioritize competing needs with reasoning and solutions
5. Coordinate resources across multiple projects
6. Contribute to overall Research Program Management team processes and tools, initiating improvements where needed
7. Engage, partner, and collaborate with FOA UX Research team members and leadership to proactively identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of our research process
8. Build and maintain a trusted, cooperative relationship with internal cross-functional partners (e.g., Legal, Privacy, Policy, Finance, Facilities, Security)
9. Utilize strategic tools, systems, and data to help the team analyze trends and deliver insights to define goals and improve processes
10. Lead a multi-disciplinary team with varying levels of experience
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. 10+ years of experience in operations or project/program management. 8+ years of experience if you have an advanced degree
12. 3+ years people management experience
13. 2+ years in UX Research or directly supporting UX Researchers
14. Proven track record of breaking down processes and identifying pain points to deliver business improvements
15. Experience communicating with a variety of audiences ranging from product team members to directors/VPs
16. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional groups to produce results
17. Experience developing and managing a budget
18. Experience scaling operations in a business environment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Vendor management experience
20. Experience with research operations, participant recruiting teams, lab facility management
21. Experience leading a globally distributed team
22. Experience developing international research programs
**Public Compensation:**
$142,000/year to $202,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

Nemours is searching for an Assistant Vice President (AVP), Research Operations in Wilmington, Delaware. The AVP, Research operations is responsible for overseeing assigned research administration activities in the Delaware Valley at Nemours. The AVP will provide administrative oversight and support to shared service areas and regional operations in Delaware Valley. This role is responsible for providing leadership, organization, implementation, planning, guidance, and regulatory oversight to assigned areas and functions. Key responsibilities include budget & financial management, grants administration, grants development, human resources, training & education, clinical research, complex problem resolution, regulatory compliance oversight, and committee/work group leadership.

AVP is responsible for program planning, development, and Implementation in accordance with the research strategy, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. The AVP will act in a leadership capacity for various initiatives at the local and enterprise level around planning, strategy, education, training, and regulatory matters. Individual will have responsibility of various enterprise applications, processes, or units. Incumbent may take on other assignments as needed in support of the research administration activities at Nemours.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is required; Master's in Research Administration or Health Administration is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years research administration and grants administration experience is required.
• Extensive knowledge of Research Administration functions including financial management, grants management, and grant submission processes and procedures is required.

Preferred Certifications: Certified Research Administrator (CRA), Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA), Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives ( FACHE)

Essential Functions

1. Financial/Fiscal Responsibility: Serves as a resource for the oversight and management of regional activities.

a. Partner with Research leadership in managing performance targets, reporting variances, and creating remediation plans.

b. Ensure financial processes are coordinated and completed regularly (LDS, EC, etc.).

c. Maintain viability and growth of existing programs.

d. Make program recommendations to senior leadership.

2. Grants development oversight

a. Oversee activities related to grants submissions and ensure processes are compliant with federal/state/sponsor guidelines, budget accuracy and appropriate approvals.

b. Direct the creation and implementation of sponsored programs administration policies and procedures in coordination with VP of research administration to streamline efficiencies.

c. Support continuous improvement on the grant submission process.

3. Work collaboratively with other teams, departments, and associates on various projects and improvements as needed. Monitor/ensure compliance of department personnel, financial, and administrative policies.

4. Function as senior administrator with direct supervisory and management responsibilities for administrative and programmatic functions, mentoring, training, and committees as assigned.

a. Participate in regular meetings with the Directors, Program managers, AVP's, VP Research Administration, and senior leaders as required, attends research and other committee meetings as appropriate.

b. Coordinate research administrative relations within the hospital, practices and with outside institutions.

c. Support and facilitate integration of research into clinical areas.

5. Evaluate work processes, time management, and efficiency of staff to maximize productivity and ensure maximum utilization of resources available.

6. In concert with the Research Directors, CSO, VP Research Administration, the Research Oversight Committee, and other key leaders, serve as the point person for implementing agreed upon elements of the Research Strategy for Nemours.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we're on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children's health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child's world a place to thrive. It's a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.

Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

To learn more about Nemours Children's and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at .

At St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, we are pioneering interdisciplinary approaches to accelerate biomedical and clinical discoveries. The new Department of Imaging Sciences will bring new faculty investigators to St. Jude who develop and apply state-of-the-art quantitative imaging, measurement, and analytical technologies. The department will also establish new core facilities for instrumentation and fabrication, technology productization and deployment, biomedical testing, and analytics support.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Research Operations to collaborate with departmental leadership and faculty to support and facilitate the operational setup and function of faculty laboratories and departmental research infrastructure.

Position Overview:

The Director of Research Operations will be responsible for establishing and building the operations infrastructure for the department. This will include working with faculty recruits to scope and oversee setting up diverse new technology-focused laboratories and cores, coordinating renovations, capital purchases, equipment moves, and installations.

The role will also include supporting the operational needs ofresearch labs established by new faculty, including working with vendors for purchases or repairs, assisting with compliance, onboarding and training, as well as contributing to the planning and strategic development of new initiatives and large projects.

This role demands excellent communication skills, prior exposure to biotechnology-related infrastructure, equipment and research environments, strong project management skills, and the ability to drive and follow through on multiple complex projects in parallel. The Director will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient operations in support of the departments research mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead diverse aspects of department research operations including regular communications with technologically skilled faculty, researchers and trainees to understand current, and plan for future operational needs.
• Oversee and manage large projects relating to renovating, moving or establishing new laboratories, including advanced computational resources, for recruited imaging science faculty and staff. Maintain communication, organizational and fiscal oversight and efficiency of multiple projects in parallel.
• Establish excellent relationships between widely varying stake-holders. Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to collaboratively overcome challenges and innovate solutions. Maintain diligent communication to ensure that multiple projects can be managed simultaneously and be completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Collaborate with departmental leadership to support budgeting, projections, and financial tracking related to research operations. Ensure alignment of projects and expenditures with strategic initiatives and project, departmental and institutional goals.
• Propose and drive innovative improvements to procedures and operations to maximize efficiency and productivity. Participate in personnel planning and recruitment to ensure that the department has the interdisciplinary support and expertise needed to succeed.
• Collaborate closely and respectfully with St Jude personnel at all levels including cross-functional leadership, departmental/institutional shared resources, partner laboratories, and partner/vendor organizations, to optimize efficiency, productivity and foster innovation.
• Collaborate with the Department Chair and other leadership to manage team processes, including hiring, goal setting, performance evaluation, training and development, and engagement.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the department and institute, ensuring that team members have the support and resources they need to succeed.

Why Join Us?
At St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to influence and support pioneering research that will shape the future of cutting edge biomedical science and improvements in clinical care. You will work in a collaborative, innovative, and highly impactful environment. We offer competitive compensation and the chance to be part of a team that makes a real-world impact.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelors degree in relevant scientific discipline is required.

Minimum Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in relevant technical field (industry or academia) is required.
• 8+ years of experience in relevant technical field is required with a Masters degree.
• 5+ years of experience in relevant technical field is required with a PHD.
• Significant experience in a research functional area with experience managing mid-large teams in a leadership capacity with focus on both achievement of objectives as well as critical skill-building preferred.
• Experience having led large-scale projects/processes through to implementation preferred.
• Experience with operational mgmt., budget planning, & stakeholder and resource management preferred.
• Prior experience in building external connections with peers, emerging technology communities, and expert networks preferred.
• Experience driving research objectives across area through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders preferred.
• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter as part of the application process. Please address your cover letter to:

Elizabeth Hillman, PhD
Department of Imaging Sciences
St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN 38105-3678

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $125,840 - $238,160 per year for the role of Director of Research Operations.

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