Clinical Research Manager 1 - Fresno

Job SummaryUnder the general direction of UCSF Fresno's Chief Administrative Officer and in partnership with the AssistantDean for Research, this position is responsible for providing effective and efficient clinical research administrationand organizational leadership, management, and services to faculty and principal investigators with clinicalstudies. The manager ensures successful service delivery of the Clinical Research Center (CRC) and the UCSFclinical research coordination team located at the Community Regional Medical Centers (CRMC) and at theCommunity Cancer Institute (CCI). The CRC oversees the largest portfolio of clinical trials across UCSF Fresnoacademic departments and ensures regulatory compliance for all trials, successful recruitment, and follow-through to study closure. The CRC is a recharge center that requires that the manager have both clinicalresearch operations and financial acumen. The manager is required to cultivate effective working relationshipswith faculty, central campus units, external sponsoring agencies, and community affiliate partners.The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: Department DescriptionUCSF Fresno is a regional campus of UCSF School of Medicine and is a major educational, research, and clinicaltraining site in the Central San Joaquin Valley. The aims of the campus are to improve the health of residents inthe Valley by addressing the severe shortage of physicians in the area. Currently, UCSF Fresno annually trainsapproximately 250 medical residents and 50 sub specialty fellows. More than 300 medical students also spendtime learning from the faculty at UCSF Fresno. These learners are taught by 650 core and volunteer faculty,many of whom also conduct clinical and translational research consistent with the missions of the academicmedical center.The Clinical Research Center (CRC) is a dedicated research facility that supports UCSF Fresno facultyinvestigations and trainees to conduct government, industry, and private-sponsored outpatient research andinpatient clinical trials at Community Regional Medical Center. Investigators are provided the full array ofservices from feasibility of the study to initiation to patient follow-through when required after a trial is closed.Required QualificationsAdvanced Degree in Health Science, Natural Science, Health Administration or related field and/orequivalent experience/training6 + years of directly related experience (including 3 years of financial management)5+ years of Lead/Supervisor or Manager experience, including experience with employee conflict resolutionCertification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) and the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRA)Broad knowledge of clinical research concepts, federal, state and local laws and regulations, and industry requirements regarding the proper conduct of clinical trialsBroad theoretical and operational knowledge of clinical and patient safety standards and regulations relating to clinical researchApplies knowledge of theoretical concepts and business best practices in a trial settingProven ability to translate clinical research philosophy into direct and indirect clinical input to design, planning, initiation, execution and reporting of clinical trialsBroad knowledge of all phases of clinical research, from study startup through closeout and primary publication and presentation. Knowledgeable about clinical studies involving complex trial design issuesDemonstrated management skills supervising, maintaining and developing clinical staff within the study team, and acting as a mentor for professional staff and conducting reviews and performance evaluations. Effectively managers multiple important prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams and people with a wide range of educational backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to interface with commercial, regulatory, federal and other members of an extended study teamDemonstrates excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Creatively addresses complex or new problems. Proven skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolutionStrong communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Skill in analyzing and presenting data and strategy to relevant team, governance, external consultant, and regulatory / oversight meetingsDemonstrated ability to organize research work functions in an efficient and effective manner. Great organizational skills applied to personal work and improving organization of assigned staff and trailTechnical proficiency in project management softwarePreferred QualificationsMinimum 5 years of experience in research and/or equivalent trainingLicense/CertificationCertification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) and the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRA)About UCSFThe University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.Pride ValuesUCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.OrganizationCampusJob Code and Payroll Title006571 CLIN RSCH MGR 1 Job CategoryResearch and ScientificBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationFresno, CA CampusCentral California Work StyleHybridShiftDaysShift Length8 Hours Additional Shift DetailsMonday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm Minimum 3 days onsiteDepartment Name: DO-Fres-AssDn-Admin-ControlPosition Type: Full TimeReq Number: 82948BR