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Research Administration Manager

As the manager of the Protocol Management unit I at the UF Health Cancer Center (UFHCC), you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the team responsible for managing the life-cycle of oncology clinical trial protocols at the University of Florida. A nuanced understanding of the clinical research process as well as decisive, decision-making ability is necessary for success in this role.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Leading your assigned team, working closely with the UFHCC-HR team and others within the CRO leadership team to drive performance, recruitment, and culture within your team.
• Managing initial study set up and ongoing maintenance of study entries, including metrics management, throughout the lifecycle of the study.
• Coordinating protocol feasibility and determining the specific requirements for potential research protocols and making recommendations for revisions as they relate to clinical compliance and/or efficiency to investigators and the study team.
• Working with the investigator and study team to review all protocol amendments, including treatment plans and Medicare Coverage Analyses.
• Ensuring complete and accurate reporting of trials within the OnCore CTMS.

This is a management level position, ideal for candidates with an established career in clinical research and study start-up for clinical research. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

$80,000 – $90,000; Commensurate with Education and Experience.

Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional clinical research and/or oncology certification (through SOCRA, ACRP, etc.) are required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility. 

Knowledge/Experience:

• Masters’ in Nursing, Basic Sciences, and/or Health Care/Administration.
• Eight to ten years’ experience in study coordination and/or study management preferred.
• Expertise with cooperative group trials, particular preference given to NCTN/ECTCN or other cancer relevant clinical trial networks/groups.
• Proficient skillset and/or advanced training in project management and awareness of various project management modalities and techniques (PMI, Six Sigma, Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Expert understanding of research ethics and the responsible conduct of research, with a focus on the regulations and guidelines governing human subject clinical trials.
• Proficiency with clinical research budgeting and negotiation experience in an academic/medical setting, including experience with Medicare Coverage Analysis determinations.
• Prior experience as a supervisor or team lead and/or completion of leadership/management training program (eg. Managing at UF – The Supervisory Challenge).

Qualities:

• Engaged and collaborative leadership style with the desire and skillset to coach, mentor, and support the growth and development of subordinate staff.
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be effective independently, maintain appropriate discretion, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.
• Strong desire to learn, seek out, and apply new knowledge, methods, and information.
• Proven sense of professional ethics and conduct, understanding and effectively using and applying Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills.
• Demonstrated forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to successfully work independently, interact professionally, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and data analysis skillset.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate program issues and to respond appropriately in a timely manner.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated success and experience in project management, as well as the ability to lead focus groups and committees through project completion.
• Proficient time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, anticipate and identify conflicts, and meet deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across functions to optimize performance and drive projects to completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

This role may be eligible for remote work in the State of Florida and/or a hybrid schedule. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
 
Professional clinical research and/or oncology certification (through SOCRA, ACRP, etc.) are required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.