Clinical Research Director of Patient Recruitment or Associate Director of Patient Recruitment- Remote
Description
Company Overview:
The Clinical Research Division at The IMA Group is a dynamic hub of expertise and innovation, dedicated to advancing healthcare through clinical trials and studies. Our team of seasoned professionals collaborates with industry leaders, conducting patient-centric research across diverse therapeutic areas. Committed to ethical practices and regulatory compliance, we aim to pioneer groundbreaking medical solutions that shape the future of healthcare.
Job Summary:
IMA Clinical Research is seeking a motivated Associate Director of Patient Recruitment or Director of Patient Recruitment to join our team remotely. This role will support and manage patient recruitment initiatives, collaborating with call center vendors and on-site recruitment teams to develop and execute effective recruitment plans for various clinical trial models.
This position can be based in any IMA office location or be a remote work-from-home role, anywhere in the US. It requires a willingness to travel up to 25% within North America for client meetings, audits, or site support as needed. This position is not considering candidates from New York City, Chicago, California, Colorado, or Washington states currently.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee patient recruitment vendors, ensuring they meet patient population targets according to protocol design and execution strategy.
- Develop and implement patient recruitment plans for site-based, hybrid, community-based, and decentralized clinical trials (DCT).
- Lead and train Patient Recruitment Specialists, working closely with local site leadership to enhance community-based recruitment opportunities.
- Deliver and adjust recruitment and retention plans to align with contracted client goals and internal objectives.
- Ensure compliance by implementing and maintaining operational procedures and practices.
- Monitor and track team performance, attendance, certifications, training, and other records to ensure regulatory standards are met.
- Foster a culture of trust, teamwork, and respect across the Patient Recruitment team.
Client Relationship Management:
- Collaborate closely with Principal Investigators, Site Directors, and Project Leaders to align on client needs and project goals.
- Exhibit a proactive, positive attitude, taking initiative to support team and client goals.
- Manage multiple projects effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- 2-4 years of clinical research experience in patient recruitment, with a focus on site-level outreach (database, HCP referrals, community engagement).
- Strong leadership skills, including team management and operational oversight, with knowledge of drug discovery and development.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required.
Benefits:
- Complete Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages to ensure your well-being.
- Balanced Lifestyle: Generous paid time off, holidays, and a floating holiday to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Retirement: A 401k plan with employer matching for a secure financial future.
- Comprehensive Benefit Offerings: Benefits include LTD, STD, Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Life, Voluntary ADD, and Company-paid Life Insurance and ADD coverage.
- Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Benefit from IMA’s tax free tuition reimbursement and tax-free student loan repayment assistance program to fuel your ongoing educational journey and to help you pay for the degree you already have!
- Family Support: Paid maternity leave and paid parental leave reflecting our commitment to supporting families.
The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
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