Provides strategic and operational leadership for the Advocate Health National Center for Clinical Trials (NCCT)
Ensures efficient, compliant, and high-quality execution of clinical trials across hospitals and care sites
Leads enterprise-wide integration of trial operations into clinical workflows and standardizes procedures
Champions strategies to expand patient access and diversity in trials
Drives adoption of emerging methodologies such as decentralized trials and telehealth integrations
Represents NCCT in externally facing engagements, including client meetings and industry conferences
Directs end-to-end trial operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory standards
Develops and implements SOPs, policies, and best practices to harmonize trial conduct

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
At least 10 years in clinical research operations with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles overseeing multi-site or enterprise-level programs
Deep knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP, and clinical trial processes; experience with IRB administration and compliance
Familiarity with CTMS, EHR integrations, and advanced recruitment technologies
Proven ability to lead large teams, manage complex portfolios, and drive organizational change in a matrixed environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders and foster cross-functional alignment
Strong analytical, decision-making, and financial management skills; commitment to operational excellence and patient-centered research.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical research operationsclinical trial processesFDA regulationsICH-GCPIRB administrationfinancial managementoperational excellenceSOP developmentpatient-centered researchemerging methodologies

Soft Skills

strategic leadershipoperational leadershipinterpersonal skillsstakeholder engagementcross-functional alignmentanalytical skillsdecision-makingorganizational change managementteam leadershipcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree