Clinical Research Supervisor 2

The Clinical Research Supervisor (CRS) is responsible for the oversight of the Division's clinical aspect of the human subjects research program and direct supervision of clinical research coordinators and junior staff. The CRS will oversee approximately one third of the Division's clinical trial portfolio in several disease indications, including acting on behalf of the Research Manager, making decisions and representing him/her on research related issues. The CRS is also responsible for the direct regulatory management of the trials in the assigned research portfolio.

The position requires an extensive background in human subjects research and clinical trials management, along with experience supervising or mentoring junior staff. This position will report to the Clinical Research Manager. Under the direction of the Medical Director and Clinical Research Manager, the CRS will work closely with the UC Davis Lung Center, collaborating institutions, appropriate departments, and community referral providers to develop, implement, and maintain a dynamic and efficient research program in accordance with the professional standards of the discipline, applicable regulatory requirements, and business objectives of the organization.

The scope of the responsibilities ranges from participation in personnel management, regulatory development, strategic planning, program leadership, resource stewardship, and quality improvement. The supervisor will have an opportunity to leverage creativity and innovation to enhance the current program and participate in growth of potential future programs. #CA-SB

Apply By Date 9/28/2026 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Professional research certification by recognized authority such as: SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of experience, education or training required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in clinical research, including at least two years of experience supervising, leading, or formally mentoring clinical research staff.
• Broad knowledge of clinical or laboratory research and clinical research philosophy.
• Demonstrated ability to translate clinical research philosophy into business best practices in a trial setting.
• Demonstrated project and data management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
• Demonstrated experience managing people with a wide range of educational backgrounds and skills.
• Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others.
• Demonstrated experience in training others in the field of research.
• Demonstrated good problem-solving and analytical skills. Creatively addresses complex or new problems.
• Strong communication skills; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Clear and concise communicator.
• Ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability to utilize clinical trial management systems and search functions effectively.
• Skills to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams. Ability to interface and collaborate with other members of an extended study team.
• Ability to influence / persuade. Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate programs with others in division, department, and organization.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language and use medical terminology appropriately.
• Ability to monitor compliance and enforce regulations.
• Knowledge of clinical trial operations, regulatory compliance, study start-up and conduct, staff workload management, and coordination with investigators, sponsors, and institutional research offices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master degree in related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the field of internal medicine, including knowledge and understanding of disease processes in pulmonary and critical care medicine.
• Knowledge of requirements of the National Institute of Health, Institutional Review Boards, Office of Human Research Protection and UCD research policy and procedures in coordinating clinical trials to include familiarity with complex medical documents and Case Report Forms.
• Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in adherence to study protocols and during completion of regulatory documentation.
• Experience supervising, especially laboratory or clinical trials staff, preferably in a union environment.
• Administrative skills and ability to exercise good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness.
• Ability to plan and conduct sample collections from different sources.
• Skill to organize and prioritize the workload requirements.
• Ability to follow broadly defined instructions and complete experimental procedures. Ability to keep clear and accurate records and provide timely reports.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety requirements and regulations pertaining to the research, teaching and administrative functions of the department. Ability to teach and to communicate those requirements and regulations effectively to department faculty, staff and students.
• Working knowledge of PC operating systems; advanced knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Outlook, and Excel, demonstrated ability to efficiently utilize online project/team management tools statistical analysis programs, and PubMed searches.
• Ability to quickly learn computer programs with the ability to troubleshoot with minimal direction or supervision.
• Skill in the use of biological safety cabinets and protective clothing (latex gloves, laboratory coat) and ability to follow specific, detailed instruction on the safe handling of biohazardous material.
• Skill to perform new technical laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated skills in laboratory management to include but not limited to: laboratory safety and protocols, project coordination, and maintenance of equipment, records, and reports.

Key Responsibilities

• 55% - Personnel Management, Administration, and Supervision
• 30% - Regulatory Management
• 15% - Clinical Research Coordination

Department Overview

The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is an academic unit within the Department of Internal Medicine at UC Davis Health. The division provides patient care in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine, conducts extensive clinical and translational research in areas such as interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, critical illness, and sleep disorders, and supports education and training for medical students, residents, fellows, and research staff. The division's research unit includes >20 professional staff who support a broad portfolio of clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $8,125 - $15,225
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: CLIN RSCH SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 009547
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday - Friday
• Location: Patient Support Services Bldg (HSP014)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

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