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Assistant Director, Clinical Research Operations - 26005442

University of Pittsburgh

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

The University of Pittsburgh’s Multidisciplinary Acute Care Research Organization seeks an Assistant Director of Clinical Research Operations in Critical Care Medicine. The role directs study-site implementation and projects, manages workforce and study-site services, and oversees clinical research activities, trials, budgets, and sponsored-project administration. It also supports operational and strategic planning and grant proposals. The position is on campus, includes regular travel to study sites, and requires on-call duties 7–10 days per month.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Study OperationsWorkforce ManagementBudget ManagementClinical ResearchGrant Proposal WritingStandingWalking

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Relevant Experience5 Years Experience

Full job description

Assistant Director, Clinical Research Operations Med-Critical Care Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005442) The Multidisciplinary Acute Care Research Organization (MACRO) within the Department of Critical Care Medicine, is seeking an Assistant Director, Clinical Research Operations. This managerial position is responsible for directing the implementation of multiple study sites, directing multiple projects across varying timelines, using established and newly developed procedures at new enrolling clinics and surgical sites, related training, troubleshooting, and developing recommendations. Workforce management duties include but are not limited to study site service management, workload assignment, performance and training management, data collection, recruiting, forecasting, and analysis. Position requires the ability to regularly travel within and outside of Oakland to study sites. Incumbent will be required to perform on-call duties 7-10 days per month. Job Summary Manages the administrative aspects of the department, including budget and financials, and oversees all clinical research activities and trials. Assists with operational and strategic planning. Crafts clinical research grant proposals and subsequently oversees administrative and financial functions of sponsored projects. Essential Functions Position requires the ability to make independent decisions regarding study operations. Must be able to work at a computer using multiple software programs and make frequent visits to various ICUs and other campus locations to facilitate enrollment in research studies. Physical Effort The incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods and walk for extended distances. No heavy lifting required. Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Assistant Director - Clinical Research Operations Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Clinical Research Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; hours may vary based on business needs Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286832993 / 11-9121.01 Clinical Research Coordinators

How this job compares

Set against the 1,141 open Clinical Research jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Pennsylvania median$175–258K/yr53 salary ranges
  • US median$25–35/hr152 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 96 open Clinical Research jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,141 across the US. 11% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Clinical Research postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (786 postings).
Education
464 of the 1,141 open Clinical Research jobs (41%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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