Research Program Manager, Misra Lab

The Department of Pediatrics in the University of Virginia's (UVA) School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Program Manager. This leadership role will advance the Department's research mission by providing strategic oversight of clinical research operations, supporting investigator-initiated and sponsored studies, and ensuring high-quality and compliant conduct of clinical trials.

The Research Program Manager will collaborate with the Department Chair, Dr. Madhu Misra and the Misra Lab. The position includes oversight of study design and implementation, regulatory compliance, operational performance, and the mentorship and supervision of research staff. The Manager will also lead initiatives to improve efficiency, strengthen infrastructure, and enhance UVA Health's reputation for excellence in pediatric research.

In this role, the Research Program Manager will work closely with faculty investigator(s), advanced practice providers, trainees, and research staff. The scope of work will include project and personnel management, portfolio oversight, compliance monitoring, and research administration and conduct. The Manager will be responsible for designing, conducting, and managing studies involving human participants, while ensuring adherence to institutional, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the Department of Pediatrics' clinical and translational research portfolio.
• Oversee clinical research operations, including portfolio management, regulatory compliance, and resource allocation.
• Supervise and mentor clinical research staff and trainees in the Department; provide professional development opportunities to build departmental research capacity.
• Collaborate with investigators on NIH-funded, industry-sponsored, and investigator-initiated studies.
• Ensure human, space, and material resource allocation aligns with departmental needs; engage stakeholders to address resource gaps.
• Continually assess and improve performance in research operations, financial stewardship, compliance, and service excellence.
• Accurately forecast and manage research budgets; oversee portfolio finances and reporting.
• Lead quality improvement and system enhancement initiatives related to research operations.
• Partner with institutional offices and IRBs to ensure research is conducted with the highest standards of integrity, safety, and compliance.
• Promote interprofessional collaboration to expand research capacity and impact.
• Contribute to dissemination of research outcomes through reports, presentations, and scholarly activities.
• Represent the Department in institutional leadership activities and contribute to UVA Health's strategic plan for clinical research.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the research enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications

The department will be hiring into the job profiles below (working title: Research Program Manager) based on qualifications and experience:

Clinical Research Management

• Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's or NP degree preferred.
• Experience: At least 10 years of clinical research experience demonstrating progressive levels of responsibility including but not limited to: management of research finances, clinical trial portfolio oversight, hiring and training research staff, and performance management. Master's or other advanced degree may substitute for one year of clinical research experience.
• Licensure: Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is required within one year of hire.

Research Program Manager

• Education: Master's degree required.
• Experience: 7+ years of relevant professional experience, including 4+ years of formal management experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership and mentorship skills to develop research capacity.
• Knowledge of clinical research regulations, compliance, and portfolio oversight.
• Success in scientific writing, program development, and dissemination of research.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in an interprofessional academic health environment.

Physical Demands

This position is primarily sedentary, involving extensive computer use. Travel across research sites and to meetings may be required.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

About UVA and the Community

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This position will remain open until filled.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks, pre-employment health screenings and drug screening will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0077315. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter - should include your interest in the position and how your relevant experience pertains to this position.

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching "Find Jobs."

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington, fak3ph@virginia.edu.