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University of Pennsylvania Looking for Associate Director of Clinical Research (Department of Cardiovascular Medicine) Full Time
University
Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in
education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S.
News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing
education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked
nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in
2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban
campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks,
lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The
University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families,
generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of
health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Associate Director of Clinical Research
(Department of Cardiovascular Medicine)
Job Profile Title
Associate Director E, Research
Job
Description Summary
To support the continued growth and expansion of the Division of Cardiology’s Clinical Research Unit (CCRU),
this position is responsible for assisting theDirector with project development and oversight, staff management, and operational
effectiveness of the unit. The candidate will assist in managing relationships between physicians, sponsors, other academic centers, CCRU
staff and departmental director of fiscal operations. Specifically, candidate will assist in all operational planning relating to the
research activities and ensure optimal communication across stakeholders. The Associate Director willparticipate in facility and contractual
issues and will participate in budget development and management. Responsibilities will also include providing regulatory support and
oversight for Sponsored clinical research studies across Cardiology and for promoting ethical research practice, educating/mentoring project
managers and research coordinators, and advising faculty and trainee investigators engaging in any new clinical research (including protocol
development, anticipating IRB review and concerns connected to patient safety and addressing prior to review, etc.). In close collaboration
with the CCRU Director, this individual will design, implement and oversee data quality and monitoring. This individual will play a central
role in expanding CCRU activities to affiliated practices beyond HUP and PCAM including collaborations and coordination with other Penn
Medicine practices and with other institutions.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with
programmatic study selection, participate in facility and contractual issues and will participate in budget development and
management. - Design and implement logistics for Sponsored trials; review and initiate clinical trials in conjunction with
investigators and staff; implement general and trial-specific strategies that assure effective enrollment and optimal data quality; Develop
and implement project tracking and reporting processes - Measure and report on metrics established for efficient process planning and
financial management for assigned projects implementing innovative approaches to further grow and expand the unit with successful research
collaborations and projects. Attend research-focused meetings of Cardiology subdivisions; expand and coordinate Cardiology clinical research
beyond HUP and PCAM - Recruit, onboard, and manage growing team clinical CCRU staff including research nurses, coordinators and
assistants. - Promote application of best-practices and efficient resource utilization across CCRU subdivisions other research-focused
entities; Regularly - Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science,
Bachelor of Arts, and 7 to 10 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master’s Degree and 5
to 7 years of experience preferred.
This position is contingent upon grant funding
Job Location – City,
State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay
Range
$74,476.00 – $125,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills,
and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status,
or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer
is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University
Benefits
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral
health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending
accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. - Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s
exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children
are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions. - Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you
save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard. - Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a
substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal
affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be. - Long-Term Care
Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care
insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you
apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family
members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting. - Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is
committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide
variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance. - Professional and
Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and
professionally. - University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University
resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit
our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music
or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn
community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for
free. - Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals
for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships
to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors,
cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks. - Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer
creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of
non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures. - Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for
eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home
improvements. - Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal
adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please
visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennH
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