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Clinical Research Associate Manager

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
101 Merrimac Street (Show on map)
Oct 31, 2025
The Associate Manager works under direct supervision of a more experienced manager. The Associate Manager provides first-line supervision to research staff members and oversees the day-to-day operations of the staff while maintaining some data management responsibilities and a working knowledge of all aspects of clinical research data management. Working Conditions Duties will be performed in a hybrid setting Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Management responsibilities will include the followingProvide first-line supervision to a minimum of 4-6 FTEs and/or assist with specialized management projects of equivalent responsibility. Facilitate new hire, correction action, and performance evaluation process for research staff Train new staff and assess continuing education needs Assist staff with task prioritization for project assignments by meeting regularly and maintaining meeting documentation Manage staff productivity and quality of work produced by assessing work effort on individual studies Work with sponsors to resolve monitoring issues Management responsibilities may include the following Work with the Clinical Research Manager or Director to identify changes associated with Standard Operating Procedures and develop processes to ensure compliance Assist with pre-activation activities including pre-site qualification visits, SIVs, and facility tours Assist investigators with the completion of the New Protocol Intake Sheet for regulatory routing Proctor meetings, supply meeting materials and develop group-specific tools Data management responsibilities may consist of the following: Verify patient eligibility via chart abstraction and analysis of case data Collect and interpret data necessary for enrollment; register patients Implement and monitor procedures to ensure protocol compliance Manage data collection via chart abstraction and submit data in timely fashion Monitor and report adverse events as required by institutional/federal regulations Resolve data discrepancies Prepare IRB submission of protocol revisions, safety reports, annual progress reports Assess impact of new risk information on consent documents and revise appropriately Organize and attend on- and off-site Investigator meetings to establish procedures Organize and prepare for monitoring visits and both internal/external audits Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required Demonstrated time management and organization skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of current and developing clinical research trends Sound interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and display initiative Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects Established rapport with investigators and sponsors with the ability to resolve operational matters within a disease group Potential to effectively supervise and train staff Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Research Related Experience 3-5 years required and Supervisory Experience 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Trains, manages and mentors subordinate staff. - Assigns responsibility to subordinates. - Ability to design, prepare, deliver and evaluate clinical research programs. - Exceptional project management skills. - Effectively arranging resources and managing multiple small to large projects in a cross-functional environment. - Effective multitasking and time management skills. - Strong analytical, quantitative and communications skills. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.