Responsible for the implementation, direction, execution and management of departmental research studies and the education of research staff and healthcare team members. Develops and maintains successful interdisciplinary relationships with the system and community and with sponsoring agencies. Develops and maintains a system to promote regulatory compliance. Develops and negotiates study budgets and manages clinical trial agreements (contracts). Proactively seeks new research grants. Responsible for the oversight of the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents with an advanced knowledge of local and Federal requirements. Assists the Research Director and Department Chairman in plans for the development and direction of the Research Program. General managerial duties as required.

Bachelor`s Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor`s Degree in Sciences with a minimum of three (3) years Clinical Research and Management experience and SC RN Licensure if currently an RN. In lieu of the experience and/or educational requirements indicated, an Associate`s Degree with five (5) years of clinical research experience and five (5) years of supervisory/management experience (experience with Academic Medical Centers preferred) may be considered. Management experience (training, supervising staff) required. Must have intermediate Internet skills, numerical keyboard skills, basic computer skills, knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier), proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database), data entry, mathematical skills, and experience with patient equipment (vitals, suction, defibrillator). Certification in research and regulatory management experience with local IRBs preferred.