Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits, orients, and supervises research administration staff or independently manages the most complex research administration activities associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
• Manages a large or multiple smaller clinical research projects.
• Manages clinical trials related information systems.
• Supervises the implementation of and adherence to study protocols.
• Monitors expenditures and adherence to study budgets and resolves CAS issues.
• Educates research staff on established policies, processes and procedures.
• Determines effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long term clinical trials.
• Periodically audits operations including laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes.
• Plans, identifies, and handles study related equipment and facilities needs.
• Provides leadership and expertise in identifying and completing research grants, study materials, brochures and correspondence.
• Develops and submits grant proposals.
• Leads or chairs committees or task forces to address and resolve significant issues.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED and nine years of clinical research experience.
• Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and seven years clinical research experience
• Or licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) and six years clinical research experience
• Or bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience
• Or master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and two years of clinical research experience Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
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