Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63108

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Responsible for overall clinical research study planning, coordinating, and execution of all study-related activities, including extensive interaction wth the Internal Review Board (IRB), study sponsors, and investigators.

Job Description

• Responsible for the management of the Division of Clinical Research and the day-to-day functions of the division.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, managing and review of clinical research staff, including salary sourcing decisions with participation of investigators.
• Makes recommendations and participates in the development of and implements decisions and policies and procedures for the clinical research division.
• Oversees federal and sponsor funding; monitors financial performance of the clinical research division against operating budget.
• Monitors compliance of the clinical research division with the IRB, federal mandates and grant compliance; identifies areas needing improvement and suggests solutions to problems.
• Assists with compliance monitoring and audits.
• Aids in the strategic planning of the Division of Clinical Research.
• 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.
• Acts as liaison in matters relating to clinical research activities between the department, the School of Medicine and external agencies.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Work Experience:

Clinical (5 Years)

Skills:

Clinical Research

Driver's License:

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

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• ​Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.

• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills:

Academic Programs, Accounting, Business Administration, Clinical Research Coordination, Clinical Research Methods, Compliance Requirements, Employee Management, FDA Compliance, FDA Regulations, Financial Resources Management, Grant Funding, Health Care, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Project Planning, Regulatory Compliance, State Regulations, Written Communication

Grade

G14

Salary Range

$75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.