Clinical Research Program Manager
Over the past decade, Och Spine and Weill Cornell Neurosurgery have built one of the most active spine programs in the country, with a clinical volume and patient population that few institutions can match. The Clinical Research Program Manager will be responsible for the oversight of all research projects developed and conducted through the Och Spine team. Please note: We are currently undergoing the selection process for this candidate with an expected start date of 12/1/2026.
Title: Clinical Research Program Manager
Location: Upper East Side
Org Unit: Neurological Surgery
Weekly Hours: 35.00
Salary Range: $86,200.00 - $97,900.00
Position Summary
Works directly with research departments and one-on-one with faculty members to facilitate completion of necessary regulatory and compliance processes surrounding active and growing clinical research portfolio. This role provides a public facing role to the research community through a customer focused lens. The overarching goal is to help support senior faculty, improve communication, streamline processes, and provide education and training. Job Responsibilities
- Builds relationships with faculty members and research departments as a trusted advisor.
- Identifies researcher challenges with the IRB and other approvals and liaises with the IRB to improve processes.
- Supports the improvement of committee workflow and communication.
- Supports the definition of metrics and data collection to measure progress.
- Supports the establishments of pan-institutional reliance agreements.
- Develops policy and processes for when sIRB can be used. Negotiates rates and deliverables.
- Works with senior leadership to develop templates and educational activities for the clinical research community.
- Works with faculty on a one-on-one basis to provide education and training to facilitate planned research.
- Troubleshoots errors or mistakes throughout the approval process.
- Works with the leadership team to complete the AAHRPP accreditation.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
Experience
- Undergraduate degree in science, healthcare or related field.
- Approximately 4-5 years experience working in a research or academic environment.
- Approximately 1-2 years experience working with an IRB or other regulatory bodies.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Comfortable with public speaking and engaging community members.
- Ability to establish collaborative working relationships and in managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.