Clinical Trials Manager - School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine

Clinical Trials Manager – School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine

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Manages the financial, regulatory, patient management, and human resources functions associated with conducting clinical trials. Typically supervises a staff of 2–5 employees, trains new clinical trials staff, tracks enrollment, sponsor payments, and salary, and provides leadership in business development. Assists residents in preparing research projects by facilitating IRB submissions and protocol writing, prepares NIH proposals and routes them through the system, and creates and maintains standard operating procedures.

Performs related responsibilities as required.

• Provides leadership and oversight of significant clinical research projects with an emphasis on managing, evaluating, and training research staff.
• Recruits, orients, and typically manages a research and administrative staff of eight to fifteen employees.
• Plans protocol, develops policies, and establishes standards for the research unit.
• Develops and writes proposals for grants to conduct research; manages research studies and related protocols.
• Acts as a resource person for the medical staff and community outreach; provides educational information and expertise in research protocol and research‑driven treatment modalities.
• Collaborates with others to develop and oversee effective internal quality assurance and control procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all regulatory requirements (FDA, GCP, ICH, HIC).

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field and seven (7) years of experience in clinical trials, two of which are in the clinical area.
• Equivalently, a master’s degree and four years of experience in clinical trials, one of which is in the clinical area.

• Six years clinical trials research experience, including previous project management or leadership experience.
• Two years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC).
• Previous grant‑writing experience and proficiency in various computer applications/systems.
• Potentially required to work with, take precautions against, or be immunized against hazardous agents.

Position tasks are generally required to be performed in‑person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion, with the right for Emory to change remote work status with notice.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Emory complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.