University of Utah Health Research
Associate Director, Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
University of Utah Health Research, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Associate Director, Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
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University of Utah Health Research
Open Date: 01/07/2026
Requisition Number: PRN43973B
Job Title: Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
Working Title: Associate Director, Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
Career Progression Track: M00
Track Level: M5 - Associate Director
FLSA Code: Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?: No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: Hybrid remote/in-office.
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $85,000 - $105,000
Close Date: 04/07/2026
Job Summary Associate Director of Clinical Research Quality Assurance is responsible for the preparation, implementation and coordination of local, national and international research projects and research collaborations at UREAD. He/she will closely collaborate with the UREAD Director, Professor Fleckenstein, the Senior Research Manager, the Team Leader of readers and all other staff to ensure that goals and expectations are met for the conduct of retinal research projects and reading center services in clinical studies.
Responsibilities
Quality assurance and quality control of reading center operations. Ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall objectives. Ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.
Management of internal Quality Management System, revise and expand internal SOPs (Standard Operational Procedures).
Overview and perform study startup, budgeting and invoicing.
Interact with the sponsors regarding organization of reading center services.
Build, review, and maintain clinical databases, data collection tools, and applications, particularly based on Redcap databases.
Serve as liaison with study sponsor and CRO as directed.
Create, review, and maintain study documentation, such as Case Report Forms (CRFs) and Data Transfer Agreements (DTAs).
Compile, analyze, clean, and validate clinical trial data. Overview data transfers to the study sponsor.
Identify and resolve discrepancies and issues with clinical data.
Develop data management reports and monitor study status to ensure timelines are met.
Conduct highly complex work, unsupervised and with extensive latitude for independent judgment.
Assist UREAD staff members as necessary to meet the needs of the various studies.
Minimum Qualifications
1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience in clinical research and quality assurance.
Preferences
Background in quality management and clinical research.
Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Aff. 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, 801‑581‑8365, oeo@utah.edu. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/; To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801‑581‑2300.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
University of Utah Retirement Systems (URS): Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll; individuals who previously retired and are receiving retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS post‑retirement rules. For details: (801) 581‑7447, URS: 801‑366‑7770 or 800‑695‑4877.
Safety: https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport.
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Associate Director, Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
role at
University of Utah Health Research
Open Date: 01/07/2026
Requisition Number: PRN43973B
Job Title: Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
Working Title: Associate Director, Clinical Research Quality Assurance Management
Career Progression Track: M00
Track Level: M5 - Associate Director
FLSA Code: Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?: No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: Hybrid remote/in-office.
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $85,000 - $105,000
Close Date: 04/07/2026
Job Summary Associate Director of Clinical Research Quality Assurance is responsible for the preparation, implementation and coordination of local, national and international research projects and research collaborations at UREAD. He/she will closely collaborate with the UREAD Director, Professor Fleckenstein, the Senior Research Manager, the Team Leader of readers and all other staff to ensure that goals and expectations are met for the conduct of retinal research projects and reading center services in clinical studies.
Responsibilities
Quality assurance and quality control of reading center operations. Ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall objectives. Ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.
Management of internal Quality Management System, revise and expand internal SOPs (Standard Operational Procedures).
Overview and perform study startup, budgeting and invoicing.
Interact with the sponsors regarding organization of reading center services.
Build, review, and maintain clinical databases, data collection tools, and applications, particularly based on Redcap databases.
Serve as liaison with study sponsor and CRO as directed.
Create, review, and maintain study documentation, such as Case Report Forms (CRFs) and Data Transfer Agreements (DTAs).
Compile, analyze, clean, and validate clinical trial data. Overview data transfers to the study sponsor.
Identify and resolve discrepancies and issues with clinical data.
Develop data management reports and monitor study status to ensure timelines are met.
Conduct highly complex work, unsupervised and with extensive latitude for independent judgment.
Assist UREAD staff members as necessary to meet the needs of the various studies.
Minimum Qualifications
1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience in clinical research and quality assurance.
Preferences
Background in quality management and clinical research.
Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Aff. 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, 801‑581‑8365, oeo@utah.edu. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/; To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801‑581‑2300.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
University of Utah Retirement Systems (URS): Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll; individuals who previously retired and are receiving retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS post‑retirement rules. For details: (801) 581‑7447, URS: 801‑366‑7770 or 800‑695‑4877.
Safety: https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport.
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