Assistant Director Clinical Research Operations

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Actalent Full time
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The Clinical Trials Office (CTO) Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the CTO alongside the Sr.

Director to collaborate and assist in the execution of CTO initiatives, manage day to day operations, assess staffing needs, complete administrative projects, and aid in MDG trial portfolio management and oversight.

The incumbent will work closely with the members of the CTO as well as other Jefferson departments that impact clinical research.

The candidate works alongside cancer center leadership to develop and execute CRO initiatives that align with the cancer center mission.


  • Assists in the management of day-to-day operations of the Clinical Trials Office including interaction with Sr. Director of CTO, CTO project management and other departmental leaders; oversees selected MDGs and supervises respective project managers within the MDG
  • Provides clinical trial education and awareness efforts to better efficiency and enhance clinical research quality, safety and performance as it relates to the protocols managed within the CRO as well as with other entities;
  • Work closely with CRO staff and leadership to communicate MDG status, enrollment efforts and challenges.
  • Manages initiatives to enhance the operations and logistics of the CRO;
  • Participates in development, implementation and review of clinical trials;
  • Identifies and collaborates with CRO and other hospital departments on clinical research process improvement initiatives
Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree health-related field required; Master's Degree preferred
  • 8 years of experience in a Clinical Research setting; academic clinical research and/or oncology environment preferred
  • Project management experience required working in clinical operations
  • Knowledge of data management software and CTMS systems
  • SOCRA or ACRP preferred
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