Associate Director Clinical Research - Pediatrics Central Administration

Pediatric Clinical Research Unit Leadership

Under the direction of the Vice Chairs of Clinical Investigation and Director Research / Business Administration this position is responsible for providing leadership within the Department of Pediatrics clinical research enterprise and responsible for the clinical research activity of the Pediatric Clinical Research Unit (PCRU).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Manages the PCRU and the day-to-day functions of the unit.
• Recruits, hires, trains, manages and reviews clinical research staff.
• Makes recommendations and participates in the development of and implements decisions and policies and procedures for the PCRU.
• Monitors financial performance of the unit and helps develop rates.
• Monitors compliance of the clinical research division with the IRB, federal mandates, grant and industry compliance; identifies areas needing improvement and suggests solutions to problems.
• Assists with compliance monitoring and audits.
• Aids in the strategic planning of the PCRU.
• Responsible for research education and training of clinical research staff to include the development of a research manuals and training program to maintain research compliance.
• Ensures regulatory compliance across studies.
• Collaborates with sponsors and clinical research teams on various initiatives.

Provide Leadership Within the Department of Pediatrics Clinical Research Enterprise :

Data and Biostatistics Support :

Training, Education, and Quality Improvement :

Represents Department of Pediatrics on Clinical Research Related Committees :

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions :

Required Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree.

Certifications / Professional Licenses : No specific certification / professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience : Clinical Research (8 Years).

Skills : Not Applicable.

Driver's License : A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job :

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications :

Education : Master's degree.

Certifications / Professional Licenses : Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) - Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) - Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Clinical Research Management (CRM) - Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Clinical Research Professional (CRP) - Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration.

Work Experience : No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills : Building High Performance Team, Clinical Research Organizations, Compliance Requirements, Data Reporting, Diplomacy, DP Operations, External Stakeholders, Financial Acumen, Grants Management, Grant Writing, Implementing Policies, Internal Stakeholders, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Subsidies.

Grade : G15.

Salary Range : $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually.

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