Clinical Research Program Supervisor

Clinical Research Program Supervisor

This position is for the Division of Endocrinology within the Department of Pediatrics. This position is located at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO / AA / M / F / Vets / Disabled.

Job Summary :

Oversees day-to-day management and execution of multiple complex research projects and ensures compliance with all funding agencies and sponsors. Constructs data collection instruments and crafts promotional materials. Troubleshoots data and manages database. Assists with screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants. Performs budgetary and purchasing functions.

Essential Functions :

• Recruitment of children and families for clinical research studies; support of clinical research study visits.
• Oversees day-to-day management and execution of multiple complex research projects including recommending and implementing project procedures; tracks project progress, assesses project needs, assigns tasks, and evaluates team performance.
• Trains consultants, subcontractors, clerical / technical staff, and graduate student researchers.
• Documents and assures compliance with all requirements of funding agencies and sponsors that support ongoing research activities.
• Constructs data collection instruments and promotional materials; collects, analyzes and troubleshoots data and manages database. Compiles reports and present data findings as directed.
• Assists with screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants.
• Facilitates budgetary and purchasing decisions.

Physical Effort : Light; generally sedentary.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Job Classification : Staff.Research Program Supervisor

Job Family : Research

Job Sub Family : Research Program Support

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience : Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and / or experience requirement.

Work Schedule : This position will require flexibility with shift / hours; rarely will the incumbent be required to work on the evenings and weekends.

Work Arrangement : Hybrid : Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range : TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered : No

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Child Protection Clearances : The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment : PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents : Resume

Optional Documents : Cover Letter