Manager Of Study Coordination And QC

Manager Of Study Coordination And Quality Control

We are seeking a skilled manager to oversee quality control and study coordination activities within our preclinical animal research division. The role involves leading a team of study coordinators and QC specialists, ensuring research projects are executed efficiently, meet high standards of quality, and are completed within established timelines and budgets. The QC / Study Coordination Manager will collaborate closely with scientific and operational staff to develop, implement, and monitor integrated study plans supporting organizational objectives.

Responsibilities :

• Supervise, train, and mentor study coordination and QC staff, providing daily direction and fostering professional growth.
• Collaborate with scientific leaders and project managers to plan, launch, and track animal research studies, ensuring resources are used effectively and deadlines are met.
• Develop and maintain quality tracking tools to monitor process efficiency and compliance. Review study documentation and data for completeness and accuracy.
• Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and workload distribution to optimize productivity. Contribute to budget planning and project cost estimation.
• Serve as a liaison between teams to resolve issues, communicate updates, and facilitate smooth project execution. Represent management decisions and share information with direct reports.
• Assess study outcomes and operational workflows, recommending updates to protocols and procedures. Author and revise SOPs to reflect best practices.
• Identify staffing needs, participate in recruitment and hiring, and provide input on compensation and advancement. Conduct performance reviews and address employee concerns promptly.
• Ensure laboratory safety standards are maintained and regulatory requirements are met.

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Work Environment :

This position requires flexibility to work in both office and laboratory settings, including adherence to PPE and health protocols. The role involves managing six direct reports once the team is fully filled and requires regular presence in the lab, though not for the majority of the time. The work culture is supportive, with monthly employee engagement events, and the opportunity to work for a non-profit where you can see the results of your work from start to finish.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $107000.00 / yr. Competitive internal benefits offered by the company. 40 hours of PTO upfront, after 3 months accrue at the basis of 3.08 hours / week (160 hours / year, can rollover a full year's worth). 16 hours of personal time (cannot rollover).

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham, AL.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 2025.

About Actalent :

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.