Associate Director, Clinical Research Program

4 weeks ago


Boston, United States Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Full time

Overview

The Associate Director, Clinical Research Program will oversee all clinical trials and translational research operations, regulatory and compliance within the Multiple Myeloma Disease Program.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities

* Oversee and organize recurring meetings for translational and clinical trials research, disease specific projects, portfolio review, and budget
* Oversee in collaboration with leadership, institutional clinical research priorities, goals and key performance indicators
* Able to act fully autonomously, to execute high level decisions independently with little or no supervision and to consistently formulate solutions to complex situations. Oversee Clinical Research Managers, including Translational Program Manager, Assistant Research Manager(s) and indirect supervision of Regulatory Operations Manager and support staff. Support Research Manager(s) in recruiting and hiring staff
* Support portfolio, low accrual trial monitoring system, and Workload/Resource Utilization Tool development incorporating feedback from investigators and Clinical Trials management platforms, tracker and roadmaps.
* Oversee investigator-initiated and grant funded clinical trials including development of protocols/budgets, support the contract process, and coordinate correlative sample processing
* Lead process improvement projects to increase accrual and study approval/activation timelines
* Lead process improvement projects to increase consent and collection rates
* Support for Clinical Research Manager, Regulatory Operations Manager, CTO Project Manager(s) in operationalizing the Portfolio Workload Tool with direct supervision from the CTO
* Support Clinical Research Manager, Regulatory Operations Manager, and Translational Research Manager in recruiting and hiring new Clinical Research Coordinators, Regulatory Coordinators, and Research Data Specialists
* Liaise with Clinical Research finances including federal, philanthropic, foundation, and industry funding sources
* Facilitate communication with the Research Administrators, Grants & Contracts, CTBO, and other internal groups
* Engage in strategic financial planning in collaboration with department leaders
* Mentor staff program to promote growth within the research program
* Monitor clinical research staff allocations and staff satisfaction
* Support staff responsible for larger initiatives include translational coordinators and project/program managers

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises Clinical Research Manager, Translational Program Manager; indirectly manages and/or supports other translational and clinical research staff (e.g., Assistant Clinical Research Managers, Research Project Managers, Research Program Managers, Research Data Specialists, Clinical Research and Regulatory Operations Managers, Clinical Research Coordinators, etc.).

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to research compliance required, Master's degree or higher preferred.
* 10 years of increasing expertise and responsibility in regulatory and clinical trials required; 5 years with advanced degree.
* Previous experience in the conduct of clinical trials and research operations required.
* Experience in US drug and biologics regulations and an excellent understanding of clinical trial processes and research operations required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

* Knowledge of ICH GCP practices and clinical trial designs
* Full functional knowledge of FDA regulations relevant to the development and approval of new therapeutic agents, biologics, vaccines, and medical devices
* Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements (regulations, directives, and guidance/guidelines) pertaining to the development and registration of drug products in US

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

EEOC Poster



  • BOSTON, United States Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research (CBAR) Full time

    The Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research (CBAR), an organization within the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, is actively recruiting an Associate Director of Statistical Programming to lead statistical programming efforts for a busy research center. The individual will be responsible for collaborating with CBAR Leadership, project PI's,...


  • Boston, United States DM Clinical Research Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionClinical Research Coordinator IThe CRC I will ensure that quality research is conducted at the assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protocol, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP guidelines and to provide the best quality data to the sponsor. The CRC I will also ensure study enrollment meets or exceeds...


  • Boston, United States Clinical Dynamix Full time

    ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT (This role is based in Companys Waltham, MA headquarters. Their office-based employees follow a hybrid in-office schedule. 2 Days a week in office (3 days WFH) Reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Data Management, the Associate Director, Clinical Data Management will define and lead the clinical data...


  • Boston, United States Clinical Dynamix Full time

    ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT (This role is based in Company's Waltham, MA headquarters. Their office-based employees follow a hybrid in-office schedule. 2 Days a week in office (3 days WFH)Reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Data Management, the Associate Director, Clinical Data Management will define and lead the clinical data...


  • Boston, United States Clinical Dynamix Full time

    ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT (This role is based in Company's Waltham, MA headquarters. Their office-based employees follow a hybrid in-office schedule. 2 Days a week in office (3 days WFH)Reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Data Management, the Associate Director, Clinical Data Management will define and lead the clinical data...

  • Site Director

    2 months ago


    Boston, United States DM Clinical Research Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSite DirectorThe Site Director will ensure study enrollment to meet or exceed Sponsors' expectations, and company goals are achieved on a timely basis. The site director will also ensure that quality research is conducted at assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protocol, FDA Regulations and ICH/GCP...

  • Site Director

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States DM Clinical Research Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSite DirectorThe Site Director will ensure study enrollment to meet or exceed Sponsors' expectations, and company goals are achieved on a timely basis. The site director will also ensure that quality research is conducted at assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protocol, FDA Regulations and ICH/GCP...


  • Boston, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    Children's Hospital Boston Director, Clinical Research Support Services Boston , Massachusetts Apply Now 75493BRJob Posting Title:Director, Clinical Research Support ServicesDepartment:Research-Clinical Research Core ProgramsAutoReqId:75493BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:The Director of...


  • Boston, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    Job Description - Clinical Research Program/Project Manager (3288314) Clinical Research Program/Project Manager - ( 3288314 ) Functions independently as Clinical Research Program/Project Manager for the Harvard Aging Brain study and other affiliated studies at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Harvard Medical School.The team...


  • Boston, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Functions independently as Clinical Research Program/Project Manager for the Harvard Aging Brain study and other affiliated studies at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Harvard Medical School. The team works across MGH and BWH to better understand the changes in the brain that may lead to...


  • Boston, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    75493BRJob Posting Title:Director, Clinical Research Support ServicesDepartment:Research-Clinical Research Core ProgramsAutoReqId:75493BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:The Director of Clinical Research Support Services reports directly to the Vice President, Clinical Research Operations. The...


  • Boston, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    75493BRJob Posting Title:Director, Clinical Research Support ServicesDepartment:Research-Clinical Research Core ProgramsAutoReqId:75493BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:The Director of Clinical Research Support Services reports directly to the Vice President, Clinical Research Operations. The...


  • Boston, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    75493BRJob Posting Title:Director, Clinical Research Support ServicesDepartment:Research-Clinical Research Core ProgramsAutoReqId:75493BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:The Director of Clinical Research Support Services reports directly to the Vice President, Clinical Research Operations. The...


  • Boston, United States Xenon Full time

    Who We Are:Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of people living with neurological and psychiatric disorders. We are looking for great people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and...


  • Boston, United States Xenon Full time

    Who We Are:Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of people living with neurological and psychiatric disorders. We are looking for great people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and...


  • Boston, United States Boston Children's Hospital Full time

    Job Posting Description The Director of Clinical Research Support Services reports directly to the Vice President, Clinical Research Operations. The Director oversees, evaluates, and develops a full array of support services and resources for efficient, safe, compliant, and high-quality execution of clinical research studies at BCH (from protocol development...

  • Associate Director

    4 weeks ago


    Boston, United States Khoury College Full time

    About the OpportunityJob SummaryAbout the College of Arts, Media and DesignWe are a vibrant community of creators, designers, technologists, and communicators applying creativity across disciplines and harnessing emerging technologies to advance human potential and solve the challenges of the future.Powered by experience-driven teaching, learning and...

  • Associate Director

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States Khoury College Full time

    About the OpportunityJob SummaryAbout the College of Arts, Media and DesignWe are a vibrant community of creators, designers, technologists, and communicators applying creativity across disciplines and harnessing emerging technologies to advance human potential and solve the challenges of the future.Powered by experience-driven teaching, learning and...


  • Boston, United States Cornerstone Research Full time

    Overview: **ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, MARKETING TECHNOLOGY (HYBRID -** **BOSTON)**: If you are a Marketing technology professional looking for an opportunity to showcase your ability to utilize technology and digital initiatives to enhance market position_,_ then we would like to meet with you! The Associate Director, Marketing Technology is responsible for...


  • Boston, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

    **Clinical Research Associate Manager-Cancer Center Protocol Office** - (3291762) **GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT**: **PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**: - Clinical Trial Portfolio Management (~40%):_ - Serves as a central research resource for all clinical investigators: - Advises and/or assists clinical investigators with initiating and...