Clinical Research Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Program Manager to lead the planning, development, and execution of complex clinical trials or programs. This role provides both strategic oversight and hands-on leadership, managing study operations/finances, supervising clinical research staff, and ensuring compliance with protocol, regulatory requirements, and patient care standards.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in clinical research operations and finances, team leadership, and patient-centered care, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Trial Leadership & Operations

• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of clinical trial protocols, procedures, and operational systems in collaboration with the Principal Investigator
• Oversee day-to-day clinical trial activities to ensure efficient workflow, protocol adherence, and high-quality patient care
• Establish and manage data collection systems; oversee the accurate collection, processing, and reporting of clinical data and specimens

Team Management & Supervision

• Recruit, supervise, train, and evaluate clinical research staff
• Ensure all clinical and research activities comply with protocol requirements, clinical standards, and safety regulations
• Set priorities, manage workloads, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment

Patient Care & Recruitment

• Oversee participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, and retention strategies
• Provide direct patient care and perform clinical procedures as appropriate
• Educate research participants on study protocols, treatments, and investigational products

Finance, Resources & Budget Administration

• Develop and manage study budgets, resource plans, and operational needs
• Coordinate procurement and setup of clinical facilities, equipment, and supplies
• Maintain database that contains records related to patient incentives, inventory, and study documentation

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations
• Maintain complete and accurate source documentation and study records
• Prepare reports and communicate study progress, outcomes, and patient responses to investigators, sponsors, and regulatory bodies

Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategy

• Serve as a liaison between investigators, departments, sponsors, and regulatory agencies
• Support audits, identify operational challenges, and implement corrective actions
• Contribute to grant writing, funding proposals, and long-term research planning
• Represent and promote research initiatives to internal and external stakeholders

Core Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• High level of professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to design and implement systems for data collection, tracking, and analysis

See the Position Description for additional information.

• NM Licensure as a Registered Nurse may be required, as appropriate to the individual position
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Strong knowledge of clinical research principles, regulatory requirements, and patient care standards
• Experience managing clinical research teams and complex study operations
• Proficiency in budgeting, resource allocation, and fiscal management
• Experience with data systems, reporting tools, and research documentation
• Knowledge of clinical procedures, and patient care protocols
• Experience with grant development and research funding processes

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