Clinical Research Business Manager - Hybrid

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The NCI-designated Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a campus-wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer-relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine. The CFCCC provides research resources to its hundreds of members engaged in research and offers multidisciplinary cancer care to its patients.

The Stern Center for Cancer Clinical Trials and Research (Stern Center) is the centralized office for cancer clinical research operations at UCI and is the best-practice leader in clinical research operations at UC Irvine. There are five distinct and collaborative units: Quality Assurance, Protocol Review and Monitoring, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Trials, and Clinical Research Business Operations. These units provide administrative expertise, comprehensive regulatory management, clinical research coordination, data management, quality control, and business operations support to all CFCCC members.

The Clinical Research Business Manager (CRBM) reports to the Assistant Director, Clinical Research Business Operations (AD CRBO) and is directly responsible for managing the overall pre-award activation portfolio. The CRBM is also responsible for fiscal management of all clinical research contracts and grants from various sponsors and fund sources (e.g., industry contracts, federal grants, state and federal, philanthropic, and institutional funds) in support of the Cancer Center's investigator initiated (IITs) trial portfolio.

The principal role of the CRBM is to manage the expeditious and timely activation of new research trials based on key performance indicators, negotiate budgets and contracts, and ensure post award finances of the IIT portfolio is up to date and current, ensuring receipt of all funds owed to the CFCCC. In addition, the CRBM develops, implements, and maintains policies and standard operating procedures for the activation workflow for clinical research and investigator-initiated post award management with a focus on efficiency, innovation and quality in collaboration with the AD CRBO. The CRBM ensures that goals for activation timelines are met.

The Clinical Research Business Manager receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. The CRBM manages the activities of the pre-award team. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules. Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet those goals. Responsible for supervising the day-to-day unit activities. Normally directs a section or group of budget / financial / resources analysts. Oversees and participates in the most complex projects and deals directly with major department managers. Provides direction according to established policies and management guidance.

Required:

• Extensive knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems, budgeting and reporting techniques, accounting and bookkeeping.
• Solid understanding of financial and resource planning concepts as well as how to control organizational budgeting.
• Ability to prepare and present materials to internal and external constituents.
• Extensive knowledge of human resource policies, practices, and planning.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Advanced skills in the use of spreadsheet and database software.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
• Proven ability to deal with changing priorities and direct the work of others accordingly. Ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated ability to screen applications, interview candidates, and either make selection decisions or recommend individuals for hire.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Client services oriented; has good listening, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 5-7 years experience with BA/BS or equivalent years of relevant experience in an academic and/or research environment

Preferred:

• Advanced knowledge of University of California contracts and grants accounting and management principles and procedures, finance policies, practices, and systems (e.g. Kuali Financial System, Kuali Research, OnCore, EVAL, etc.)
• Experience managing finances and start-up for oncology-specific trials
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary matrixed work environment
• Experience in Investigator Initiated Trials in Academic Research Organizations

Special Conditions:

• May require after-hours and weekend work hours on deadline-driven projects

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.