Clinical Research Manager/Supervisor

Lead and evolve the Human Research Protection Program within a single FWA environment, supporting a diverse portfolio of clinical, academic, and investigator-initiated research -- largely in reliance with external IRB -- while maintaining strong institutional oversight and accountability. Experience working with external IRBs as a relying institution and knowledge of the IRB process for both minimal risk research and complex biomedical clinical trials.

Our client, an integrated health system, is looking for a Clinical Research Manager/Supervisor for their Peoria, IL location.

Responsibilities:

• Overall administrative and education programming that promotes and support compliance with regulations, laws, ethical principles, and profession standards that govern the responsible and ethical conduct of human subject research and activities throughout the broader research enterprise.
• Coordinate with external entities while maintaining local oversight programming of the institution’s research activities.
• Key liaison between the health system and the external entities, ensuring that all research activities are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies for human subject protection.
• Help build the future of ethical, compliant, high-impact research.
• Play a pivotal leadership role in a rapidly growing, system-wide research enterprise.
• Lead and evolve the Human Research Protection Program within a single FWA environment, supporting a diverse portfolio of clinical, academic, and investigator-initiated research -- largely in reliance with external IRB -- while maintaining strong institutional oversight and accountability.
• Shape policy, governance, education, and risk-based oversight models for a large health system. Your work enables research to move faster without compromising compliance or safety. 
• Provide operational and regulatory leadership for the Human Subject Protection Program.
• Oversee IRB reliance, local oversight, event reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Partner closely with Research Administration Leadership, Compliance, Legal, Privacy, and clinical leaders.
• Lead and mentor a team of research compliance professionals.
• Support enterprise governance through the Research Oversight Council (ROC).
• Develop scalable processes, metrics, and continuous improvement strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to investigators and leadership on human subjects protections.

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biological/Life Sciences or other related field)
• 5 years of direct experience in clinical research or research compliance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience working with external IRBs as a relying institution and knowledge of the IRB process for both minimal risk research and complex biomedical clinical trials. Familiarity with regulations governing human subject protection (e.g., 45 CFR 46, 21 CFR 50, 21 CFR 56, HIPAA).
• Experience in conducting monitoring/audits, investigations, and corrective action planning related to research compliance.
• Certified IRB Professional (CIP) certification OR Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC) (if not active, must obtain within 1 year of hire into the role)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.In-depth knowledge of human subject protection regulations and ethical research guidelines. This position will require a proactive, solution-oriented approach to managing compliance, with a strong emphasis on communication and collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly to researchers and staff.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams, including researchers, clinical staff, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency with research compliance software and databases, as well as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the regulatory, operational, logistical, and administrative requirements of clinical research studies. General understanding of medical/clinical terminology.

 

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

 
 

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