Oregon Health & Science University · 13 hours ago
Sr. Clinical Research Associate (Research Manager)
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$74K/yr - $119K/yr
5+ years expOregon Health & Science University is a premier academic medical center providing eye care and conducting innovative research. The Senior Clinical Research Associate plays a pivotal role in advancing vision health equity through community-based clinical research, overseeing the design, coordination, and implementation of studies aimed at preventing blindness and improving access to eye care for underserved populations.
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Responsibilities
Lead the oversight and monitoring of research data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and adherence to quality standards across the outreach program’s adult and pediatric initiatives
Coordinate the collection, maintenance, and submission of research and patient data, ensuring readiness for quality assurance audits and regulatory monitoring, including eIRB submissions
Collaborate with internal and external research teams to coordinate and advance scientific initiatives within the outreach research portfolio
Ensure full compliance with all regulatory and ethical requirements, including OHSU IRB, federal, state, partner school districts and institutional guidelines
Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols under the direction of the Medical Director/Principal Investigator (PI)
Maintain oversight of research grant accounts and ensure adherence to budget limitations and funding requirements
Oversee data collection processes and collaborate with evaluation, informatics, and clinical teams to support robust program evaluation and outcomes analysis
Supervise, delegate, and monitor the work of interns, students, data collectors, and research coordinators to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables
Manage research and evaluation teams based on strategic priorities established by the Medical Director/PI
Track and maintain evaluation timelines and deliverables in alignment with project goals and reporting needs
Provide direct supervision and mentorship to the research program coordinator
In partnership with the principal investigator and research staff, oversee and support research activities conducted by residents and medical students
Apply statistical/analytical methods and contributes to/authors/co-authors grant applications, abstracts/posters, manuscripts
Monitors progress on all manuscript development associated with the outreach program
Manage the dissemination of the team’s accomplishments to scientific and non-scientific communities by monitoring the progress of publications and presentations
Prepare oral and poster presentations
Prepare reports on progress for funders
Participate in national research and policy efforts aimed at the prevention of blindness as directed by program directors
Contribute to the development of grant applications and scholarly outputs by applying statistical and analytical methods, and by authoring or co-authoring grant proposals, peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, and conference posters
Monitor and track the progress of all manuscript and publication efforts associated with the outreach research program to ensure timely completion and submission
Lead the coordination of dissemination strategies to share research findings and program outcomes with both scientific and non-scientific audiences, including community partners, policymakers, and funders
Prepare and deliver oral and poster presentations at local, regional, and national conferences to highlight the impact of outreach initiatives and research findings
Draft and compile progress reports for funding agencies, ensuring alignment with grant objectives and reporting requirements
Represent the program in national research collaborations and policy initiatives related to the prevention of blindness, as directed by program leadership
Ensure operations of adult and pediatric screening sites are in alignment with screening protocols and the program’s clinical and research priorities
Assist telehealth program coordinator with telehealth site operations including participant registration, as needed
Assist in the development of timelines for outreach activities, helping ensure timely implementation and evaluation of outreach initiatives
Other duties as assigned by Medical Director or Program Director
Qualification
Required
Master's in relevant field AND 5 year of clinical research coordination experience OR
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 9 years of clinical research Coordination experience
Demonstrated experience contributing to/authors/co-authors grant applications, abstracts/posters, manuscripts
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement community-based innovative programs or research agenda
Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills for independent problem solving, and an ethical approach to science and human subjects research, are needed to achieve scientific and administrative objectives
Experience in scientific writing/grant submissions, development of evaluation protocols and instrumentation
Experience in public health and ophthalmology
Basic computer keyboarding skills
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Strong relationship building skills with patients, health plans, providers, staff, management
Exceptional customer service skills - both in person and on the phone
Exceptional interpersonal skills - able to resolve conflicts and to problem solve between parties
Demonstrated evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to meet deadlines and urgent system needs
Ability to work independently; willingness to serve as a positive and professional role model
Must have demonstrated record of reliable attendance, punctuality and proven successful performance in past and present
Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation
Preferred
Experience working with community-based organization, familiarity with primary care model, experience in community outreach and serving underserved communities
Demonstrated experience contributing to/authors/co-authors grant applications, abstracts/posters, manuscripts
Familiarity with electronic medical records (OCHIN, EPIC), chart review and medical terminology
Company
Oregon Health & Science University
OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels
2024-09-25Grant
2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
Lawrence Furnstahl
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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