Clinical Trials Manager - Tissue Lab

Job Description - Clinical Trials Manager - Tissue Lab (252626)

Job Number: 252626

Organization: OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Work Type:
Onsite

Salary Range: $55,800 - $72,600, based on experience

Benefits Provided:
Yes

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 73 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.

At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! The Clinical Trials Manager in the Clinical Trials Office Tissue Lab provides senior administrative to the clinical trials program for the Tissue Lab by overseeing all aspects of the lab’s operations, including but not limited to ensuring appropriate laboratory requirements and safety regulations are met, assisting in negotiating contracts with sponsoring funding agencies, preparing and submitting applicable regulatory filings, planning and controlling the budget, supervising the clinical trials Tissue Lab staff, engaging in marketing communications and strategies to raise revenues and awareness for programs, and acting as a liaison with other departments/organizations.

• Direct administrative oversight of laboratory-based clinical research operations, including fiscal management of grant‑funded and industry‑sponsored programs.
• Manage day‑to‑day business operations of the laboratory and clinical trial operations in accordance with institutional guidelines, protocol requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Oversee strategic planning initiatives related to laboratory program growth, protocol expansion and operational sustainability; monitor implementation timelines, evaluate progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Handle fiscal oversight and management, including negotiating service contracts and purchasing supplies and equipment for the Clinical Trials program; conduct financial planning and monitor progress.
• Develop and manage program budgets; ensure fiscal viability of programs and advise leadership on long‑range financial planning and new initiatives.
• Prepare detailed budgets for grant submissions in collaboration with investigators and administrative offices; ensure compliance with sponsor‑specific budgetary guidelines and institutional policies.
• Ensure staff correctly identifies eligible patients, confirms documentation of clinical history, laboratory results, eligibility checklists and informed consent per protocol.
• Assess outreach and recruitment strategies; determine needed services, funds and volunteers.
• Ensure patients receive IRB‑approved study information; maintain community relationships with outside physicians and healthcare organizations, serving as referral resource for study participants.
• Complete all study start‑up processes including site qualification, IRB submissions, laboratory readiness and investigator SIV participation.
• Manage clinical trials data acquisition and perform data analysis workflows; attend and present clinical trial information at meetings.
• Supervise staff: hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation and termination.
• Ensure employees adhere to protocol‑specific procedures, institutional SOPs and federal research regulations.
• Perform additional duties as needed to ensure uninterrupted research operations and regulatory compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in health‑related fields including Health Administration, Public Health, Nursing, or a closely related field.
• 48 months of experience in clinical trials research coordination and/or administration, professional‑level data management and analysis, or another closely related role.
• No required certifications or licenses.

• Physical:
  • Sitting for long periods of time.
  • Speaking and listening.
• Environmental:
  • Office environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification. Lab experience and/or management.

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Required Attachments:
Resume

Background Check

Required:

Yes