Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Project Manager will work in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and in conjunction with the group's clinical and research teams to oversee site execution of clinical studies including the Pancreatic Cancer Early Detection (PRECEDE) consortium study, the U01-funded "Biomarker Validation in Pancreatic Cystic Neoplasms" study for the Pancreatic Cancer Detection Consortium, and new studies relevant to pancreatic cancer and early detection as needed. The CRPM will ensure that best practices and regulations are followed, facilitate smooth running of clinical studies, and support clear communication between internal project team members, sponsors, and collaborators as needed. Other duties assigned as needed.

• Strong theoretical knowledge and/or Bachelor's Degree in a social science or basic science such as Biology, Microbiology or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Demonstrated experience in clinical trials research. Strong knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, protocol design and evaluation.

• Demonstrated experience in research protocol start-up procedures, including: study feasibility, study activation and IRB processes, and qualification procedures. Strong experience in clinical trials research including budget negotiations and invoicing per clinical trial agreement.

• Demonstrated experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment such as CRO, academic research institution, and/or a research hospital.

• Experience in providing work direction and assisting supervisor in maintaining an efficient medical research team.

• Strong knowledge of investigational protocols especially with oncology protocols (data management, query resolution, protocol design, protocol writing and protocol implementation).

• Demonstrated experience with research protocol in order to screen patients for eligibility, initiate treatment plan, collect specimens, and orient participating physicians.

• Strong experience completing clinical trials case report forms via hard copy and online.

• Proven ability to find creative and innovative solutions to adjusting needs of the center. Ability to be resourceful and to understand the overall nature of work/responsibilities to establish useful resources and University contacts.

• Ability to discern items that can be handled independently and those which require attention of supervisor, including ability to quickly determine subject matter of material and necessary action to be taken in a timely manner.

• Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.

• Proven ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.

• Excellent ability to organize/prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines in an environment with multiple interruptions and changing priorities. Meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels of the organization, exercising tact, mature judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Skill at negotiating with various personalities and developing internal and external network of contacts. Excellent phone etiquette skills.

• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience in conducting searches on the internet.

• Demonstrated administrative experience, skill to coordinate complex activities and to use independent judgment to organize and prioritize office functions.

• Master's degree in a social science or basic science such as Biology, Microbiology or a related field.

• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

• Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator.

• Prior experience working with Excel and R to identify patients for trials.

• Prior experience working with pancreatic cancer studies.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.