Clinical Research Manager

Job Title
Clinical Research Manager

Requisition Number
RE55069

Working Title
Clinical Research Manager

Department Name
7H363:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - PULMONAR

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
49

Salary Range
$73,861-121,888/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods, typing and using a computer, walking long distances around the hospital and clinics, interacting with patients, lifting/pushing carts with equipment up to 50 lbs, and talking on the phone to patients and study personnel.

Shift

Days, M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Manager provides operational leadership for the clinical research portfolio within the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, overseeing studies from start-up through close-out.

Serving as a senior subject-matter expert in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the conduct of human-subjects research, the Manager ensures that studies are run efficiently, ethically, and in full regulatory compliance. The role combines hands-on study and site management with team leadership, data oversight, and close collaboration with investigators and institutional partners. The majority of the Manager’s effort centers on clinical study operations and study/site management, supported by responsibilities in regulatory compliance, data management, staff development, and communication.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Comprehensive understanding of related scientific and clinical terminology. Ability to independently identify and problem-solve complex/non-routine problems. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, strong oral/written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills required. Demonstrate leadership, personnel management, task prioritization, and presentation skills. Computer and web-based application proficiency to include designing forms and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office applications.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree and at least 6 years of clinical or clinical research experience. Research certification (SOCRA, ACRP, etc.) preferred.

Deadline to Apply
07/19/2026

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