Associate Director, Research Center

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.

Current Employees and Students:

If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.

Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site.  We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:

• Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.

• Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application. 

Job Title:

Associate Director, Research Center

Department:

Medicine | IM Human Genetics

The Ohio State University’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Director to lead the establishment, strategic development and operation of a new multisite clinical trials coordinating center (MTCC) based in the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. This individual will be responsible for building the center from the ground up, including infrastructure design, staffing, operational workflows, and regulatory compliance. Beyond start up, this position will oversee the operations and personnel of the MTCC. The MTCC will support multisite clinical trials across a range of therapeutic areas, with a focus on academic excellence, innovation, and national collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Center Development
  • Lead the planning, launch, and operationalization of the Clinical and Data Coordinating Center.
  • Develop and implement strategic goals, policies, and procedures for the center.
  • Collaborate with university leadership, investigators, and external partners to define the center’s mission and scope.
• Clinical Trial Operations
  • Oversee the coordination of multisite clinical trials, including protocol development, site management, and data oversight.
  • Ensure compliance with federal regulations (FDA, NIH, OHRP), GCP, and institutional policies.
  • Establish systems for trial tracking, quality assurance, and performance metrics.
• Team Building & Supervision
  • Recruit, train, and manage a multidisciplinary team including project managers, data managers, and regulatory staff.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Data Management & Informatics
  • Guide the development of data coordination infrastructure, including EDC systems, data quality monitoring, and reporting tools.
  • Collaborate with biostatisticians and informatics teams to ensure robust data governance and deliverables are being met.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Grant Development
  • Serve as a liaison to investigators, sponsors, and regulatory bodies.
  • Support grant writing and business development to secure funding for center operations and trials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences, health sciences, social sciences or other medical field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in clinical research, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience in multisite clinical trial coordination and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial operations, data management systems, and GCP.
• Proven ability to build and lead teams, manage complex projects, and work across disciplines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in a health-related field (e.g., MPH, MS, PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent).
• Experience launching or managing a clinical trial coordinating center or similar infrastructure.
• Familiarity with NIH-funded research, academic medical centers, and federal grant mechanisms.
• Certifica