Manager, Clinical Research - Medicine - Gastroenterology and Hepatology

SummaryThe Clinical Research Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of the clinical research program led by Dr. Hashem El-Serag. This role oversees daily research operations, staff, study portfolios, and program deliverables to ensure successful execution of clinical research activities.Job DutiesManage overall portfolio of clinical research studies including investigator-initiated and sponsored trials.Monitor progress across studies to ensure timely completion of enrollment, data collection, and reporting.Support long-term planning aligned with the PI’s research strategy and funding priorities.Manage day-to-day operations of clinical research studies, including startup, execution, and closeout. Ensure adherence to study protocols, sponsor expectations, and institutional requirements.Develop, implement, and monitor research protocols, procedures, and workflows. Ensure full compliance with institutional, federal, and regulatory requirements governing clinical research.Implement and maintain SOPs, quality control processes, and site certifications.Implement best practices to enhance study startup timelines, enrollment performance, and reporting accuracy.Supervise and manage clinical research coordinators, regulatory staff, and administrative personnel, and foster a high-performing, collaborative, and accountable team environment.Assign workload, define responsibilities, and ensure appropriate staffing across studies.Lead hiring, onboarding, and training of research team members.Partner with research administration on pre- and post-award financial management.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree. Four years of relevant experience. Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree (MPH, MHA, MBA, or related field).Six to eight years of clinical research experience, preferably in an academic medical center.Experience managing multi-study research portfolios or research programs.Certification in clinical research (e.g., CCRP, CCRC).Work Authorization Requirement:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.