Clinical Research Director

Clinical Research Director Southwest Womens Oncology/Optimum Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Clinical program budget management Managing healthcare operations budgets Bachelor's degree Managing clinical research teams Oncology research Relationship management Healthcare team management Healthcare financial management Clinical team leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Negotiation Senior leadership Full Job Description Join the

Southwest Women's Oncology Team:

Southwest Women's Oncology Team (SWWO) is rapidly growing and looking for a dedicated and driven Clinical Research Director to join their high-performance team. SWWO's integrated group of healthcare professionals provides expert, compassionate care and delivers curative outcomes for their patients. With a focus on advanced surgical techniques, clinical trials, and patient advocacy, SWWO is uniquely positioned as a private practice with state-of-the-art resources and strong institutional partnerships.

This Role includes:

Build, scale, and manage the clinical research vertical within SWWO, developing long-term strategy, infrastructure, and resourcing plans. Partner with the Executive Team to align research strategy with organizational goals. Evaluate new research opportunities and develop business cases for study selection, site expansion, and partnerships. Lead the full lifecycle of clinical trials, including feasibility, start-up, recruitment, execution, monitoring, and close-out. Oversee study budgets, billing compliance, and financial performance; ensure accurate reporting and forecasting. Maintain compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA, NIH, and institutional requirements. Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for research operations. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), Data Specialists, and support staff. Create a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management for the research team. Serve as primary liaison for sponsors, CROs, investigators, and regulatory agencies. Support Principal Investigators in protocol execution and ensure appropriate documentation and data integrity. Represent SWWO in research networks, professional associations, and at industry conferences. Ensure all research is conducted ethically and adheres to institutional, state, and federal regulations. Oversee audit readiness and corrective action processes. Identify and implement process improvements and new technologies to optimize research operations.

Qualifications:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively communicate and create a high-performance environment. Proven leadership experience in clinical research within oncology or a complex medical setting. Demonstrated ability to build, scale, and manage a research program or site. Strong business and financial acumen; experience with clinical research budgeting, billing, and contracts. Excellent communication, relationship management, and negotiation skills. Deep understanding of GCP, FDA, and clinical research compliance standards. Ability to coordinate therapeutic phase II-IV drug or device trials. Be adaptable, flexible, and able to change as required. Edu cation and

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in a health science, life science, or related field required; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of clinical research experience, including 5+ years in a leadership or director-level role. Certification (CCRP, CCRC, or equivalent) strongly preferred. Prior experience leading oncology clinical trials highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed. Our Dream Teammate will have access to:

Competitive Salary Excellent Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401

K High-Performance Concierge Culture Performance Center:

Full AI gym suite, recovery modalities, group fitness classes, body composition tracking, and state-of-the-art aesthetic modalities.

Job Type:

Full-time Location:

Albuquerque, New Mexico