Manager, Clinical Research (L)

at  University of Rochester

ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP:

• Works with the Medical Director and Administrative Director to grow and refine the operational structure required to successfully operate the clinical trials business model.
• Initiates, leads and communicates on a scientific level with scientific directors, preanalytical technical services, laboratories, specialty technologists, business development operations, and customers.
• Models leadership skills of professionalism, positive attitude, team building, good judgement and respect. Encourages open expression of ideas and suggestions.
• Builds relationships throughout the entire Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Accepts accountability for responsible sections’ overall performance.
• Participates in operational meetings to help formulate and administer policies and procedures.
• Responsible for disseminating operational information.
• Develops and maintains current, accurate and appropriate job descriptions
• Understands the financial impact of operational decisions within assigned sections. Manages expenses in accordance with approved budget. Identifies and implements opportunities for reducing expenses and improving the efficiency of processes.
  Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science required
• 5 years of relevant experience including at least 2 years at a managerial level required
• or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Licensed Medical Technologist preferred
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GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Administrative Director, the Technical and Scientific Affairs Manager (Tech Mgr) for URMC Clinical Trials Central Laboratory (Clinical Trials) directs the operational management function for all facets of the Clinical Trials’ pre-analytical areas, including the Specimen Logistics, Kit Building, and Medical Technologists sections.
The Tech Mgr serves as the primary contact for customers regarding scientific and technical information, and collaborates with internal scientific directors, various technical services, and laboratory operations in preparation of proposals to support customers. Provides scientific and technical advice to the internal project management and business development teams. The Tech Mgr will also work with the Medical Director to oversee the Clinical Trials sections’ relationships with Pathology Department Clinical Laboratories, URMC core laboratories, and third-party specialty/reference labs.