Clinical Research Manager

Cancer Specialists of North Florida is recruiting for an experienced Clinical Research Manager for our busy practice. The Research Clinical Manager is responsible for the coordination of all research activities throughout the organization. This position is responsible for managing the administration of clinical trials and the clinical trial monitoring process. Duties include oversight of patients for clinical trials, presenting trial concepts and details to patients, providing education for staff and patients, and ensuring proper treatment for and assuming responsibility for clinical documentation for patients on protocol. In addition to this, the Manager acts to provide guidance and oversight for the research department and to ensure proper execution of clinical trials by all research employees. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Obtain and review trials for participation upon research committee’s approval; initiates study protocol by oversight of required regulatory documents submission.
• Responsible for oversight of research business operations including; departmental budgets, financial planning and tracking infrastructures, as well as protocol specific budgetary and contractual negotiations with pharmaceutical companies.
• Coordinates payment of provided study procedures and ensures accurate data collection in a timely manner to the sponsor.
• Maintains protocol regulatory documents for compliance with Institutional Review Board, including renewal, amendments and submissions of new protocols.
• Oversees clinical operations for research department including drug accountability, storage & handling and proper mixing procedures.
• Maintains a sound plan for organization and recommends changes as needed due to growth and development of the research department.
• Holds and coordinates training for research personnel for a maximum service to patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Acts as a resource for clinical staff and patients regarding questions of protocol studies.
• Reports protocol activities, monthly accrual reports at meetings.
• Promotes and educate clinical staff on the protocol studies available to patient enrollment
• Develops and establishment of policies and procedures. Ensures their adequate execution, compliance and updates.
• Ensures all research activities are carried out in compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and governmental laws and regulations.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Special projects as assigned.

Full Time Position, Monday - Friday

Location Address: 7751 Belfort Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Education and Experience:

• Graduated from a four year accredited program.
• Minimum of seven years of oncology experience with chemotherapy and research experience
• Minimum of two years of management experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current licensure as a registered nurse or pharmacist in state of practice preferred
• Current BLCS certification required
• SOCRA or ACRP certification preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Cancer Specialists of North Florida is an "EEO Employer” and “Drug Free Workplace”