Director, Clinical Research Collaboration Unit (CRCU)(Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics)

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Director, Clinical Research Collaboration Unit (CRCU)(Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics)

Job Profile Title
Director E, Research

Job Description Summary
This position will have multi-faceted, strategic, and operational responsibilities within the CRCU and CCEB. This position will have primary responsibility to define and direct all activities within the CRCU. This position will also be responsible to ensure collaboration between operational entities in the CRCU and investigators and the CCEB broadly for the effective completion of the CRCU mission. This position will report directly to the CCEB Director and Faculty Director of the CRCU and will function in collaboration with CRCU Associate Directors to further the mission of the CRCU and to foster operational success.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the CRCU including operations, analysis, development, usage and integration of policies and procedures. Oversee strategic partnerships with key constituent groups, such as clinical departments, the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics (DBEI), and CHOP
• Develop and implement short and long-term CRCU/CCEB strategic plans and agendas. Oversee the financial health of the CRCU, assisting with and overseeing development of 3 year projections and funding plans.
• Provide overall operational leadership for CRCU focusing on effective management of projects and resources including personnel and infrastructure.
• Work with the CRCU Faculty Director and CCEB Director for coordinating the compilation and dissemination of information for projects spanning the CRCU and CCEB.
• Initiate, develop and coordinate proposals, programs, grants and projects involving the activities of the CRCU and other CCEB Units.
• Liaison with School and Institutional faculty/staff in the development of programs and projects involving the resources of the CRCU.
• Provide consultation on project proposals: provide input on CRCU services that are relevant to proposals and input on design. Serve as statistical consultant and/or design consultant as needed. Oversee and assist in development of grant and manuscript sections relevant for CRCU contributions.
• Responsible to negotiate project scope and budget issues with investigators and ensure completion of work to agreed upon terms.
• Lead focused teams of senior staff that work directly with project investigator to identify appropriate project scopes and budgets in view of post award funding constraints.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Masters degree or PhD in Data Sciences or Life Sciences and 7 to 10 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Preferred 7+ years of experience accompanied by demonstrated knowledge and competency in multidisciplinary basic science and clinical research environments.
• Specialized experience managing professional technical staff.
• Experience with development of process and practices that allow organization-wide, standardized practice of these disciplines.
• Experience in the interpretation and application of complex standards and federal regulations related to clinical research and trials, computer systems, data management, technical staff, etc.
• Experience to effectively analyze, prepare and present complex information to senior administration (internal) and advisory boards (internal and external to institution).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of faculty, staff and administrative personnel

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$110,850.00 - $190,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

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