Campus
OSU-Center for Health Sciences
Contact Name & Email
Jeff Kellerman, jeff.kellerman@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.
About this Position
The Assistant Director of Clinical Research is responsible for leading and managing clinical research operations within the academic medical center. This role ensures the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and staff supervision. The position requires expertise in clinical research, a commitment to ethical practices, and the ability to collaborate across departments to advance scientific discovery and quality patient outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Experience in outpatient and inpatient clinical practice in the following areas but not limited to cardiology or pediatrics or internal medicine in clinical research preferred
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
Licensure: Current Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) license
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical trial processes, protocol management, and regulatory requirements
Proven staff supervision experience
Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
Strong cognitive skills for complex problem-solving and decision-making
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient computer skills
Outstanding customer service orientation
Ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred: Master’s degree in Nursing or related field
Minimum two (2) years of clinical research experience
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
Certification: Clinical research certification (e.g., CCRC, CCRP) preferred
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: