University of Southern California · 17 hours ago
Clinical Project Manager
Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Southern California is seeking a Clinical Project Manager to support NIH- and foundation-funded clinical research programs focused on behavioral health and mental health intervention development. The role involves coordinating research operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing project timelines, personnel, and finances for the research portfolio.
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Responsibilities
Assist the Principal Investigator in formulating research objectives and translating those objectives into actionable project plans, timelines, and operational workflows
Plan, organize, and coordinate clinical research activities to ensure studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, institutional policies, and sponsor requirements
Develop, implement, document, and communicate operating policies, procedures, and systems to support research operations and ensure consistency across projects
Contribute to the design and refinement of research protocols, including procedures for data acquisition, management, and quality control
Support data management and analytic workflows, including oversight of data quality, monitoring of analytic outputs, and preparation of technical summaries and reports
Conduct quality assurance reviews of research activities and protocols; identify, document, and report deviations or compliance issues, and support corrective actions as needed
Ensure compliance with institutional, federal, and regulatory standards, including IRB, NIH, and other sponsor requirements
Support preparation for audits, reviews, and inspections by accrediting or regulatory agencies
Directly or indirectly supervise project staff, including coordinating assignments, providing training and technical guidance, monitoring progress, and supporting performance management in accordance with university policy
Develops and manages program budgets in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, department, and school partners
Processes procurement and reimbursements; facilitates vendor contracts and payments; reconciles accounts; and prepares financial reports. Serves as a liaison with university offices, including Purchasing and Accounts Payable, to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant transactions
Establish and maintain professional relationships with collaborators, university partners, and external stakeholders; represent the project and department at meetings, seminars, and professional events as appropriate
Promote and maintain safety, security, and compliance with departmental and university procedures, including dissemination of relevant safety and security information to staff
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in clinical research coordination, project management, or related work
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service-oriented mindset
Ability to work collaboratively with investigators, staff, and institutional partners
Familiarity with research compliance, quality assurance, and data management processes
Ability to follow established USC and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan
Preferred
Master's degree
7 or more years of relevant experience in academic or clinical research environments
Experience managing complex, multi-component research projects and interdisciplinary teams
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
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2025 (253)
2024 (239)
2023 (172)
2022 (207)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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