Director of Clinical Research (Clinical Research Leader)

Job Summary

The Director of Clinical Research leads Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM), guides IU Health System Laboratory Services (IUH), and guides IU Health Medical Group Pathology (IUHMG) through the evolution of clinical research at the intersection of research and clinical operations within IU Health System Laboratory Services. This position reports directly to the Vice Chair of Clinical and Academic Administration, develops strategy, and implements foundational guidelines to elevate and support the integration of research discoveries from bench-to-bedside, whether internally or externally funded. This role continually solves for the natural disconnect that occurs between clinical research and clinical operations.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Cultivates partnerships with investigators, clinical faculty, institutes, biobanks, hospitals, and other clinical areas where pathology and laboratory medicine are front and center in patient care
• Bridges internal operations with the broader base of the health system, customers, namely those wishing to transact clinical research involving the lab
• Serves as an enterprise business partner to coordinate and align cross-functional clinical research initiatives that involve Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

General Responsibilities

• Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members for clinical research operations and activities
• Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, training, promotion, performance management, and dismissal

Qualifications

Required
Master's degree plus 2 years in clinical research, including supervisory experience; OR Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field plus 4 years of experience in clinical research, including supervisory experience; OR Associate's degree in Allied Health plus 5 years of experience in clinical research, including supervisory experience

Required
Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA)/Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) Clinical Research Certification upon date of hire