University of Kansas Medical Center
Clinical Operations Manager - Cancer Center
University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Clinical Operations Manager - Cancer Center
Position Title:
Clinical Operations Manager - Cancer Center
Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Clinical Trials / Clinical Program Management
Job Description Summary: The Clinical Operations Manager will manage clinical research activities led by investigator(s) and faculty in the Cancer Center research program. This working manager role will also conduct study activities including consenting, follow‑up visits, etc. The manager will assist in the development and implementation of departmental standard operating procedures, plan and execute operational aspects of research, manage deliverables, timelines, project costs, contracts, and agreements. The manager will help with grant writing, budget creation, and submission of grant requests to federal and foundation agencies. The role leads cross‑functional teams to drive the Cancer Center’s mission.
Responsibilities
Manage and serve as primary contact for assigned clinical trial activities; develop and manage contractual and organizational expectations; nurture internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Conduct study activities, including consenting and follow‑up visits.
Assign, review, and train staff and multiple study teams; provide mentorship, performance plans, and career path management.
Communicate effectively across the team and up/down reporting structures within the Clinical Trials Office.
Ensure compliance with KUMC, regulatory and other appropriate policies.
Provide oversight and training to recruitment, consent, protocol procedure, and documentation teams.
Coordinate with sponsor, CRO, and ancillary research departments involved in day‑to‑day study and program management.
Track project progress, create progress and research reports, ensuring data collection follows protocols.
Participate in audits and inspections and manage corrective and preventive actions.
Lead presentations of project status to senior leadership, disease working groups, and stakeholders; handle action items and issue escalation.
Review and assist with editing new protocols; assess feasibility, patient population, budget, and study needs.
Support study budget preparation and resource planning.
Monitor observance of departmental operational policies and guidelines.
Required Qualifications Certifications/Licenses : One or more of the following:
Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)
or
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
Work Experience : 8 years of relevant experience (education may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis). Experience with FDA regulations, ICH‑GCP, KUMC policies, statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs, and medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications Education : Master’s or higher degree in life sciences or healthcare field.
Skills : Communication, computer skills, project management, time management, multitasking, management.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance. Health expense accounts with generous employer contributions, employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability, additional voluntary insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, ten paid holidays), discretionary day after six months, bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months. Retirement program with employer contributions and voluntary retirement plans (457 or 403(b)). Benefit details: https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Employee and Compensation Information Employee Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Rate Type: Salary
Pay Range: $75,000.00 – $115,000.00 (Minimum $75,000.00, Midpoint $95,000.00, Maximum $115,000.00)
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Clinical Operations Manager - Cancer Center
Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Clinical Trials / Clinical Program Management
Job Description Summary: The Clinical Operations Manager will manage clinical research activities led by investigator(s) and faculty in the Cancer Center research program. This working manager role will also conduct study activities including consenting, follow‑up visits, etc. The manager will assist in the development and implementation of departmental standard operating procedures, plan and execute operational aspects of research, manage deliverables, timelines, project costs, contracts, and agreements. The manager will help with grant writing, budget creation, and submission of grant requests to federal and foundation agencies. The role leads cross‑functional teams to drive the Cancer Center’s mission.
Responsibilities
Manage and serve as primary contact for assigned clinical trial activities; develop and manage contractual and organizational expectations; nurture internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Conduct study activities, including consenting and follow‑up visits.
Assign, review, and train staff and multiple study teams; provide mentorship, performance plans, and career path management.
Communicate effectively across the team and up/down reporting structures within the Clinical Trials Office.
Ensure compliance with KUMC, regulatory and other appropriate policies.
Provide oversight and training to recruitment, consent, protocol procedure, and documentation teams.
Coordinate with sponsor, CRO, and ancillary research departments involved in day‑to‑day study and program management.
Track project progress, create progress and research reports, ensuring data collection follows protocols.
Participate in audits and inspections and manage corrective and preventive actions.
Lead presentations of project status to senior leadership, disease working groups, and stakeholders; handle action items and issue escalation.
Review and assist with editing new protocols; assess feasibility, patient population, budget, and study needs.
Support study budget preparation and resource planning.
Monitor observance of departmental operational policies and guidelines.
Required Qualifications Certifications/Licenses : One or more of the following:
Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)
or
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
Work Experience : 8 years of relevant experience (education may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis). Experience with FDA regulations, ICH‑GCP, KUMC policies, statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs, and medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications Education : Master’s or higher degree in life sciences or healthcare field.
Skills : Communication, computer skills, project management, time management, multitasking, management.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance. Health expense accounts with generous employer contributions, employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability, additional voluntary insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, ten paid holidays), discretionary day after six months, bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months. Retirement program with employer contributions and voluntary retirement plans (457 or 403(b)). Benefit details: https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Employee and Compensation Information Employee Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Rate Type: Salary
Pay Range: $75,000.00 – $115,000.00 (Minimum $75,000.00, Midpoint $95,000.00, Maximum $115,000.00)
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