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The Geneva Foundation · 1 month ago

Director of Research Operations & Analytics

Fayetteville, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$120K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

The Geneva Foundation is seeking a Director of Research Operations & Analytics who will oversee the full lifecycle of research activities and establish analytical frameworks for data-driven decision-making. This role combines hands-on coordination of research studies with strategic leadership in analytics, ensuring regulatory compliance and leading data interpretation and reporting efforts.

Clinical TrialsEducationNon Profit

Responsibilities

Recruit, screen, consent, and coordinate research participants while safeguarding confidentiality and participant safety

Implement study protocols, standard operating procedures, and data collection workflows

Maintain regulatory documentation, including IRB submissions, protocol updates, approvals, and amendments

Serve as the primary liaison between the Principal Investigator, research staff, sponsors, regulatory bodies, and external partners

Schedule and facilitate research team meetings, sponsor communications, and study-related events

Oversee the collection, management, analysis, and secure storage of research and organizational data

Develop analytical frameworks and dashboards for ongoing performance monitoring and strategic decision-making

Lead the interpretation of study outcomes, analytics findings, and program performance metrics; present results to leadership and stakeholders

Define and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and quality benchmarks across research and operational activities

Ensure data accuracy, quality assurance, and adherence to established data governance and security standards

Align research activities and analytical priorities with organizational goals and mission objectives

Partner with cross-functional units (e.g., operations, clinical, administrative, and technical teams) to identify data needs and process improvements

Provide guidance and mentorship to research assistants, analysts, and support staff to strengthen organizational data literacy

Recommend and implement technological solutions that enhance efficiency, reporting capabilities, and research outcomes

Ensure full compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), ICH, OSHA regulations, and internal policies

Maintain readiness for audits, inspections, and sponsor reviews

Ensure all personnel involved in research are trained in required compliance and safety protocols

Qualification

Data managementAnalytics expertiseResearch coordinationData visualization toolsRegulatory complianceLeadership experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree required; degree in public health, data analytics, life sciences, exercise science, statistics, psychology, or a related field preferred

2–4 years of research coordination experience, preferably within a clinical, high-performance, academic, or IRB-regulated environment

3+ years of experience in analytics, data strategy, or data management, with demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable recommendations

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), statistical software, or database systems strongly preferred

Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or team management experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences

Knowledge of CFR, GCP, ICH, and research regulatory guidelines

Ability to adapt to shifting requirements and timelines