Regional Research Manager - Clinical Studies

DaVita

Full-time - Mid Level

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

At DaVita Clinical Research (DCR), we are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Clinical Studies Research Manager to lead our team in the Las Vegas area, focusing on Late Phase Renal research. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of medicine through clinical studies, and it requires a leader who can inspire and empower their team to achieve success. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, tackling complex problems with a focus on accountability and results. DCR prides itself on a culture of growth, transparency, and feedback, and we are looking for someone who embodies these values and is driven by meaningful work. As the Regional Research Manager, you will be accountable for all research sites in the region, ensuring that resources, vendors, and supplies are properly allocated to facilitate the successful execution of clinical studies. You will develop research operations by expanding our network of dialysis units and physician clinics, meeting with practice managers to identify opportunities for growth. Collaboration with various DCR departments will be essential to create new processes, resolve challenges, and strategize future planning. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with good clinical practice (GCP) and applicable laws, verifying that study teams adhere to protocols and DCR policies. In this role, you will build and maintain relationships with area physicians interested in conducting clinical research studies, serving as a liaison between them, study sponsors, and DaVita facility teammates. Conducting site selection visits with sponsors will also be part of your responsibilities, along with other duties as assigned. This position is based in our Las Vegas office and supports the surrounding areas, making it a key role in our mission to improve the lives of patients with kidney disease.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all research sites in the region to ensure proper resourcing of teammates, vendors, and supplies for study load.
• Develop research operations in the region by adding additional dialysis units and/or physician clinics with current physician partners.
• Meet with practice managers to determine appropriate physician clinics for expansion of clinical studies.
• Collaborate with DCR departments to create new processes, resolve challenges, and strategize future planning.
• Ensure compliance with good clinical practice (GCP) and applicable law, verifying that study teams comply with GCP, study protocols, and DCR policies.
• Develop new relationships with area physicians interested in conducting clinical research studies.
• Serve as a liaison between physicians, study sponsors, and DaVita facility teammates.
• Conduct site selection visits with sponsors for placement of clinical studies.

Requirements

• BS/BA is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of clinical research experience or equivalent experience within a research capacity and/or environment.
• Experience in leading, managing, coaching, and developing a team.
• Ability to travel 25%-50% of the time depending on business needs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adjust priorities in an evolving work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in managing confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.
• Commitment to and role model of DaVita's values.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the renal research field.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes and regulations.
• Strong networking skills with healthcare professionals.

Benefits

• Flexible weekly work schedule based on current business needs.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match.
• Paid time off and PTO cash out options.
• Family resources and EAP counseling sessions.
• Access to Headspace® for mental wellness.
• Backup child and elder care support.
• Maternity/paternity leave.
• Professional development programs and online training courses.