UCSF’s Clinical Trials Operations (CTO) Office is recruiting for an Associate Director to lead a dynamic & highly matrixed unit whose mission is to improve clinical trial activation and facilitate clinical research for investigators and study teams. This unique position works closely with leaders in the Office of Research and faculty from all Schools and campuses at UCSF. Notable highlights of the position provide the Associate Director an opportunity to lead and direct multiple initiatives that align with campus leadership priorities; including development of data and metrics

designed to report on and improve clinical trial activation times, oversight of clinical research workforce development training, clinical research system alignment, spearheading solutions for study participant diversity reporting and advising on campus policies affecting clinical research.

The Associate Director operates with a high degree of autonomy while receiving direction from the CTO Faculty Director, and partnering with other senior staff and leadership within the Office of Research and manages a team high-functioning clinical research and project management staff. The Associate Director frequently represents the CTO and Office of Research on high-level committees/workgroups broadly tasked with finding solutions to problems and/or improving clinical trial operations effectiveness and overall success, and to multiple leadership and executive-level audiences who may use the information to make enterprise-wide decisions. The Associate Director collaborates with Office of Research leadership and subject-matter experts to identify and prioritize operational issues related to clinical trials, then appropriately routes and stewards those concerns to resolution.

The Associate Director should possess deep knowledge and experience in clinical research, broad knowledge of research operations and best practices, evaluation methods, and interdependencies within a large academic research institution that has extensive federally-funded and industry-funded research programs. The Associate Director will also contribute to the AVC-CR Office’s ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives.

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Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

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The Clinical Trials Operations (CTO) Office serves as the institutional point of contact for the UCSF clinical trials research community on topics relevant to improving clinical trials operations. In partnership with other relevant stakeholders, the CTO provides advocacy and stewardship of best practices and solutions to challenges that adversely impact clinical trials operations at UCSF. Requests to the CTO may include but are not limited to: assistance in addressing barriers to effective and efficient trials operations at UCSF, enterprise-wide clinical trials activation and reporting concerns (in partnership with OCTA), identifying/developing resources and training for study team members to support new tools and processes for the conduct of clinical trials, and helping researchers find and access services that accelerate clinical trial activity.

We value and nurture a commitment to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace, are an equal opportunity employer, and a workplace that strives to invest in the overall well-being of our employees through comprehensive benefit offerings, professional development, engagement, wellness programs, and a focus on work-life balance

• Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum 6+ years of related experience and 5+ years of manager experience
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience. Demonstrated 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 manages multiple important priorities
• Broad academic knowledge and applied background in clinical research philosophy. Applies knowledge of theoretical concepts and business best practices in a trial setting. Proven ability to translate clinical research philosophy into direct and indirect clinical input to design, planning, initiation, execution, and reporting of clinical trials
• Broad knowledge of clinical research concepts, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and industry requirements regarding the proper conduct of clinical trials. Broad theoretical and operational knowledge of clinical and patient safety standards and regulations relating to clinical research
• Broad 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 issues
• Demonstrated 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 team. Ability to influence / persuade
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Creatively addresses complex or new problems. Proven skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolution
• Strong 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 meetings
• Demonstrated 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 trial
• Expert user of the campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Technical proficiency in project management software

• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) – SOCRA / ACRP

The 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.

UCSF 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.

The 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.

Campus

006571 CLIN RSCH MGR 1

Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial, Research and Scientific

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Career

100%

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Mission Bay (SF)

Days

8 Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30AM- 5:30PM, (Hybrid/Remote/Mission Bay)