Director-Clinical Research Compliance

Director-Clinical Research Compliance

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Posted Job Title
Director-Clinical Research Compliance

Job Profile Title
Director D

Job Description Summary
Director D
The Director of the Clinical Research Compliance Program is an integral member of the Office of Clinical Research (OCR) in the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) reporting to the Vice Dean for Clinical Research. The Position is responsible for implementing and maintaining a compliance program and operationalizing the components of the program in alignment with applicable laws and regulations and PSOM and University policy. The role has a direct reporting relationship to the Vice Dean and Chief Clinical Research Officer and indirectly reports to the University's Office of Audit, Compliance and Privacy.

The Director is responsible for directing PSOM's Clinical Research (CR) Compliance Program to ensure regulatory compliance across the research enterprise and provide senior level expertise and oversight for quality systems regarding all GCP activities. The Director will provide recommendations for clinical research best practice to the Senior Associate Vice Provost for Human Research, the Vice Provost of Research, the Institutional Review Board, the University Office of Research Integrity and the University Research Compliance Committee. The PSOM Compliance Program consists of setting best practices for clinical research conduct, contributing to the education of employees, working closely with the sponsor support team, communicating effectively with other related offices and auditing of clinical research activities for GCP compliance and adherence to fCOI management plans. Responsible for risk management activities for PSOM clinical trials, including leadership and contribution to the development of risk management and corrective action plans.

Job Description

Director D

The Director of the Clinical Research Compliance Program is an integral member of the Office of Clinical Research (OCR) in the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) reporting to the Vice Dean for Clinical Research. The Position is responsible for implementing and maintaining a compliance program and operationalizing the components of the program in alignment with applicable laws and regulations and PSOM and University policy. The role has a direct reporting relationship to the Vice Dean and Chief Clinical Research Officer and indirectly reports to the University's Office of Audit, Compliance and Privacy.

The Director is responsible for directing PSOM's Clinical Research (CR) Compliance Program to ensure regulatory compliance across the research enterprise and provide senior level expertise and oversight for quality systems regarding all GCP activities. The Director will provide recommendations for clinical research best practice to the Senior Associate Vice Provost for Human Research, the Vice Provost of Research, the Institutional Review Board, the University Office of Research Integrity and the University Research Compliance Committee. The PSOM Compliance Program consists of setting best practices for clinical research conduct, contributing to the education of employees, working closely with the sponsor support team, communicating effectively with other related offices and auditing of clinical research activities for GCP compliance and adherence to fCOI management plans. Responsible for risk management activities for PSOM clinical trials, including leadership and contribution to the development of risk management and corrective action plans.

Specifically, the Director will:

1. Lead the strategic planning, creation and implementation of the standardization for all compliance programs, activities and standard operating procedures across PSOM. 2. Be responsible for management, training, professional development and leadership of a team of two associate directors, nine auditors and one clincialtrial.gov coordinator, and the auditing activities of faculty and University-held INDs and IDEs, including providing oversight and leadership for the development of auditing schedules, the conduct of audits, review of compliance reports, adherence to protocol Data Safety and Monitoring Plans (DSMP)/Audit SOPs and identification of areas of risk and incorporation of risk mitigation plans into compliance activities.

3. Facilitate external audits, regulatory inspections, including FDA, NIH, Industry Sponsors, and follow clinical escalation procedures as applicable.

4. Author and/or contribute to SOPs regarding the conduct and oversight of clinical trials, including auditing.

5. Oversee and report on the management and compliance of PSOM clinicaltrials.gov submissions.

6. Be responsible for supporting the facilitation of research and education of the PSOM research community in partnership with all OCR units, the IRB, Office of Research Integrity, and the Abramson Cancer Center.

Qualifications:
  • Requires a MS in biomedical science, regulatory affairs, clinical research, nursing or related health sciences degree and 5-7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required; JD or PhD preferred. RAPs certification preferred.
  • 10 years of clinical research experience preferred with increasing responsibilities including team management, in one or more of the following areas, Academic Health Center, Pharmaceutical Industry, Contract Research Organization or Site Management Organization
  • Experience with FDA/federal agency inspections highly preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years of previous monitoring or auditing experience required.
  • Advanced knowledge of federal research regulations and guidance, including but not limited to 21CFR Parts 11, 50, 54, 56, 312 and 812, 45 CFR 46 and ICH GCP guidance as well NIH, Conflict of Interest and CMS regulations and guidance.
  • Superior interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships across a matrixed organizational structure in the health system, the PSOM and the University.
  • Ability to provide clear, pragmatic direction and advice regarding compliance issues.


Resume and cover letter required with application

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$88,861.00 - $168,837.00

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