Clinical Research Program Manager - Senior

Job Description The Program Manager

• Senior
• is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management of a large clinical trial program.

This role involves personnel coordination, strategic planning, relationship management, resource allocation, and operational oversight to drive success in the clinical trial program execution.

Responsibilities Program Development and Oversight:

Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs to meet organizational objectives. Establish infrastructure, systems, and workflows to support program goals and ensure operational excellence.

Operational Efficiency and Goal Alignment:

Collaborate with leadership to assess and optimize productivity, efficiency, and performance across program operations. Develop and manage project workflows and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, subject matter experts, and partners. Represent the program/organization in high-level meetings and collaborations.

Budget and Resource Management:

Work with financial teams to oversee multiple project budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure resources are allocated effectively. Identify and manage relationships with vendors and service providers to support program needs.

Technology and Innovation:

Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies relevant to program development and management. Evaluate and implement tools and platforms that enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.

Reporting and Compliance:

Ensure timely and accurate reporting of program progress and outcomes. Prepare reports for leadership, grantors, and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with organizational and contractual requirements.

Team Leadership and Development:

Supervise and mentor a diverse team, providing guidance and support to ensure employee growth and retention. Oversee hiring, training, performance evaluation, and resolution of employee issues.

Cross-Program Collaboration:

Facilitate collaboration across other program areas within the university to ensure alignment and effective resource sharing. Serve as a representative of senior leadership in internal and external initiatives. Other Duties as

Assigned:

Perform additional duties to support organizational goals and initiatives as needed. Qualifications Knowledge of and experience with project/program management, including Department of Defense (DoD) or VA programs, contract management, proposals/grants, and compliance (research, regulatory, federal/DoD). Demonstrated ability to work with IRB and other regulatory and agency/department management. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Ability to coordinate the diverse components of a project by quality project planning, execution and change control to achieve required balance of time, cost, quality and results. Lead and collaborate in team-oriented and goal focused environment. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree is required.

EXPERIENCE

Five (5) to Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience is required.

Preferred:

Bilingual (English/Spanish). About Us Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. Medical•

UT SELECT

Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. Dental

• Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. Vision
• Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Disability
• Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working. FSAs
• Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. Retirement
• Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before
• or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. Time Off
• A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

Front-loaded Paid Time Off:

128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.

Extended Illness Bank:

8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.

Paid Family Leave:

Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.

Holidays:

12 set paid holidays each year. Discounts

• Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.