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WashU IT

Assistant Manager, Clinical Research – Neurology

WashU IT

. Provide comprehensive planning, conduct, and evaluation of clinical research .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,600 - $109,500 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical research management, including oversight of clinical trials, regulatory compliance, and budgetary reporting. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop policies, and ensure high-quality standards in research operations.

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Clinical Research ManagementRegulatory ComplianceSupervisory ExperienceBudgetary ReportingPhlebotomy Certification

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Hard Skills
Clinical ResearchTrial ManagementBudget PreparationPolicy DevelopmentData EvaluationHuman Subject ProtectionGrant ComplianceFDA RegulationsPerformance FeedbackPatient Recruitment
Soft Skills
LeadershipCritical ThinkingEffective CommunicationTeam CoordinationTraining and Onboarding
Tools & Technologies
University SystemsClinical Trial Management Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Basic Life SupportSOCRA CertificationACRP Certification
Industry Keywords
Clinical TrialsNIH Funded TrialsInvestigator Initiated TrialsMulti-Center TrialsResearch Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide comprehensive planning, conduct, and evaluation of clinical research
  • Provide leadership and oversight to research programs and teams
  • Support smooth operation of clinical research and serve as a resource for clinical research staff
  • Prepare budgetary reports and maintain billing and regulatory compliance
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection
  • Assist with day-to-day management of the research team
  • Manage clinical trials using critical thinking
  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and corrective action plans
  • Direct clinical research personnel
  • Supervise hiring, termination, scheduling, performance feedback, and annual reviews
  • Onboard, educate, and train new staff
  • Oversee and manage all phases of the study/protocol lifecycle
  • Assist with strategic planning, trial bandwidth evaluation, protocol assessment, and staff assignment
  • Order supplies for research projects and groups
  • Monitor financial status, patient recruitment milestones, and personnel resources
  • Assist financial and grant administrators with federal and sponsor-funded trials
  • Research and recommend methods and procedures to maintain standards and improve quality
  • Travel to various on- and off-campus locations as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • 4 years of clinical or research work experience
  • 1 year of supervisory work experience
  • Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily
  • Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred
  • SOCRA/ACRP certification preferred
  • Familiarity with University systems preferred
  • Effective working knowledge of investigator initiated, industry sponsored, and NIH funded multi-center trials of all phases preferred
  • Knowledge of grant compliance and FDA regulations preferred
  • Pre-employment screening, including criminal background check and applicable checks, drug screen, employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks, as applicable
  • Driver's license is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Up to 22 days of vacation
  • 10 recognized holidays
  • Sick time
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
  • Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
  • Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with employee and university contributions starting at 7%
  • Wellness challenges
  • Annual health screenings
  • Mental health resources
  • Mindfulness programs and courses
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Financial resources
  • Access to dietitians
  • 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
  • Family care resources for continued childcare needs
  • Adult care resources
  • Tuition coverage for the employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years