Clinical Research Manager – UF Department of Emergency Medicine

Classification Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and two years of experience.

MGR, Clinical Research

The University of Florida, Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to join our team. In this role, you will provide leadership and oversight of our clinical research mission, encompassing regulatory compliance, study operations, and administrative management to ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with the Federal regulations and University and Department policies. Collaborating closely with the Vice Chair of Research, Department Administration, and Principal Investigators, you will support the full lifecycle of clinical studies, from proposal development through study initiation, execution, and closeout.

This role supervises an excellence-driven team of research admin and clinical staff to drive operational efficiency and program growth across an expansive portfolio of funded grants and clinical trials.

The UF Department of Emergency Medicine proudly maintains an affiliation with UF Health Shands Hospital, a distinguished 1,162‑bed teaching facility renowned for its Level 1 trauma center and cutting‑edge burn center. As the primary referral center for North Central Florida, our institution stands as a beacon of excellence in healthcare. This affiliation underscores our commitment to top‑tier medical care and innovation.

• Direct research compliance and regulatory oversight in collaboration with Principal Investigators, research coordinators, associates, support staff, the department, the Institutional Review Board, and Research Administration and Compliance.
• Develop training materials, maintain the department's standard operating procedures for research, and ensure all study personnel meet mandatory Federal and IRB training requirements.
• Oversee IRB and WIRB submissions, continuing reviews, and serious adverse event reporting, and attend IRB meetings for department protocols.
• Ensure proper organization of regulatory binders and study files, and coordinate internal audits as needed.

• Plan and direct research operations, including staffing and resource projections, monthly reconciliation, and enrollment tracking across the study portfolio.
• Collaborate with departmental administrative staff to communicate anticipated PI effort changes tied to new study proposals, award initiations, and award closeouts.
• Supervise research coordinators, clinical research nurses, OPS Research Associates, an OPS Research Data Analyst, and the Medical Student Research Program (MSRP), including hiring, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Supervise clinical coordinators and nurses in the day‑to‑day conduct of research, including informed consent, subject eligibility screening, data collection, and study documentation.

• Assist PIs in developing feasible study proposals, including specific aims, feasibility assessments, and collaboration with a biostatistician on sample size and power analysis.
• Support PIs with budget preparation, staff effort estimates, and sponsor contract compliance.
• Facilitate scientific and compliance reporting, including study registration , and oversee accurate, timely project closeout and secure retention of study records.
• Support PIs with data analysis, abstract preparation, and manuscript development for conference and publication submissions.

Gainesville, home to the University of Florida, is ranked #1 best city to move to in Florida by USA Today. Centrally located in North Florida, it offers a blend of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities, with close proximity to major airports, family entertainment, and some of the best beaches in the world. Known for its beautiful landscapes and urban forest, Gainesville is a hidden gem that provides year‑round outdoor activities, award‑winning college sports, and a rich cultural scene.

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