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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 1 week ago

Senior Clinical Research Director (SCRD)

California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$121K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Senior Clinical Research Director (SCRD) to coordinate and manage clinical research, focusing on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) research and the implementation of clinical research protocols.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Coordinates and manages clinical research from the point of strategic visioning and development of the research agenda to proposal development, execution and distribution of findings

Supports implementation, communication, and ongoing execution of research, program evaluation and performance measurement efforts

Coordinates with program managers and site-specific investigators to prepare grant/funding applications, develop contracts with vendors, write progress reports for sponsors and track various aspects of the program related to research administration

Contributes to the development and modifications of study budgets and is responsible for budget compliance and development/tracking of protocol performance metrics

May include budgetary responsibility to include plan/forecast

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role

Qualification

Clinical Research ManagementTraumatic Brain Injury ExpertiseResearch AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceStatistical Software ProficiencyPeer Reviewed PublicationsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsEthical StandardsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationStrategic Thinking

Required

Doctoral Degree [MD, PhD, MD/PhD, or relevant terminal doctorate degree] in related health or medical field. Experience within clinically appropriate systems of care may be accepted in lieu of educational minimums

Minimum 5-10 years of training or experience in clinical and/or research activities in traumatic brain injury required

5-10 years of experience in research as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications and presentations required

Must complete CITI/ HIPAA training

As applicable, maintains current license to practice in any one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or any US territory that allows for the independent practice of clinical services. This license must be current and unrestricted (not subject to restriction pertaining to the scope, location, or type of practice ordinarily granted to other applicants for similar licenses in granting jurisdiction)

Knowledge of DoD, federal and local regulations, and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects

Ability to function independently with a high degree of professionalism and clinical judgment required

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels to foster collaborative research activities required

Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Ability to facilitate, present and translate information to diverse end users of research findings in small and large groups, inclusive of providers, scientists, line leaders, and other relevant TBI stakeholders, as well as the flexibility to re-prioritize quickly based on shifting gaps, taskers, leadership composition, and local/HQ requirements required

Must have a high level of competence in clinical investigations, research administration (e.g., budget management, project/grant management, personnel requirements, regulatory compliance, etc), and staff education on SOPs, policies, and best practices

Ability to effectively author and lead teams on professional, peer reviewed journal articles, manuscripts, research grant applications, posters and research reports required

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team is required

The incumbent must be able to work comfortably with computer software, including Microsoft Office, as well as relevant statistical software

Knowledge and experience with brain injury is required

S/he must adhere to legal, professional, and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy

Demonstrated skill and experience in working with governance and advisory groups, bringing together diverse skills sets, abilities and personal and professional experiences to bear on the successful planning and execution of large-scale research projects

Demonstrated strategic thinking, organizational skills, and keen analytical ability

Knowledge of clinical research methodologies, with demonstrated experience in formulating research questions and hypotheses, developing logic models and theories of change, and selecting appropriate study designs, data sources, and measurement techniques

Demonstrated experience in directing mixed-method studies, including conduct of literature reviews, development, pilot-testing, and administration of data collection instruments and analysis and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data

Demonstrated ability to synthesize knowledge across a various field including medicine, psychology, and neuroscience

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening

Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Preferred

2-5 years management experience preferred

Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care preferred

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.