Clinical Trials Project Manager

DescriptionThe Project Manager (PM) for the Division of Clinical Trials Development (CTD) supports clinical research efforts at UCLA and within the TRIO-US Network. Under the direction of the CTD Manager, investigators, and Senior Management, the PM contributes to protocol development, study start-up, and regulatory submissions for investigator-initiated clinical trials. The role works closely with study teams and monitors to ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient care and study procedures. Responsibilities may shift based on study priorities, requiring adaptability to ensure smooth trial operations and support high-quality research and patient-centered outcomes.Salary: $31.51 - $62.64 hourlyQualificationsRequired: Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a clinical researcher Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate information in a timely, professional manner and establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, external collaborators and administration and to work as a member of a team. Ability to set priorities and complete ongoing tasks with competing deadlines, with frequent interruptions, to meet the programmatic and department needs, while complying with applicable University policies and federal and state regulations. Analytical skills to assess clinical research protocols and regulatory requirements, define problems, formulate logical solutions, develop alternative solutions, make recommendations, and initiate corrective actions. Close attention to detail to ensure accuracy in a fast-paced, fluctuating workload environment. Organization skills to create and maintain administrative and regulatory files effectively as well as independently balance the various tasks to ensure deadlines are met. Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft suite software, especially Excel, to perform daily tasks efficiently and accurately. A learning and professional growth mentality so that new software tools, systems, and processes can be adopted quickly and efficiently. Working knowledge of clinical research concepts, policies and procedures, and human safety protection regulations and laws. Knowledge of and experience working with a variety of local and external IRBs, scientific review and other research committees, national cooperative group sponsors, industry sponsors, federal and foundation funding organizations, etc. Analytical skills to assess clinical research protocols and regulatory requirements, define UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

Created: 2026-03-04