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Clinical Research Supervisor

University of California - San Francisco
United States, California, San Francisco
1 Shrader Street (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
The position of Advanced Lung Disease Clinical Research Supervisor is responsible for the overall operational management of the UCSF Advanced Lung Disease Program's clinical research activities. Both of these programs are growing substantially and have significant management responsibilities. This position is critically important to the management of the increased clinical research activities.

The position of Advanced Lung Disease Clinical Research Supervisor involves direct responsibility for implementing a diverse portfolio of research activities including multicenter clinical trials (both NIH and industry-sponsored), local investigator-initiated clinical trials, and programmatic clinical research activities such as the clinical database, and biorepository. The Clinical Research Supervisor is a critical position that requires expert and efficient integration of multiple complex programmatic activities. The position requires substantial leadership skills, the ability to effectively work with multiple different people and organizations at UCSF (clinicians, investigators, clinical staff, administration, committee on human research, human resources, contracts and grants) and elsewhere (industry sponsors, coordinating centers, FDA, NIH), and an in depth knowledge of all aspects of the advanced lung disease programs.

Under the direction of the Director, ILD Program and the Director of Clinical Trials, ILD Program, the Clinical Research Supervisor will have central responsibility for ensuring CHR approval and compliance, contract generation, negotiation and approval, subject recruitment, appropriate study testing, and adequate enrollment of all multicenter clinical trials, longitudinal cohort studies, local investigator-initiated studies, and biorepository efforts. The Advanced Lung Disease Programs need strong administrative and management leadership, strong research coordination, and experienced personnel who can ensure optimal efficiency, compliance, safety, employee supervision and management, financial oversight, and contractual expertise. This position is a position of leadership whose main purpose is to ensure that the programs' clinical research commitments are met and that the program maintains excellence in all its activities.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and 3 or more years of experience; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • One or more years in a Lead or Supervisory role.
  • Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator.
  • Working knowledge of clinical or laboratory research, clinical trial recruitment, eligibility, protocol adherence, quality data submission and adverse event reporting.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate clinical research philosophy into business best practices in a trial setting.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration. Demonstrated experience in training others, particularly in the field of research.
  • Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others.
  • Critical thinking skills to evaluate issues and identify a potential solution.
  • Clear and concise communicator; good verbal, active listening, and written communication skills; both.
  • Good interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
  • Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability utilizing clinical trial management systems.
  • Skills to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams. Ability to interface and collaborate with other members of an extended study team. Ability to influence / persuade. Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate programs with others in division, department, and organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience with UCSF grant application procedures, personnel documentation and contracts generation, and CARE and UCSF subcontracting.

License/Certification:

  • Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator.

About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.


Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.


To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and 3 or more years of experience; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • One or more years in a Lead or Supervisory role.
  • Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator.
  • Working knowledge of clinical or laboratory research, clinical trial recruitment, eligibility, protocol adherence, quality data submission and adverse event reporting.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate clinical research philosophy into business best practices in a trial setting.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration. Demonstrated experience in training others, particularly in the field of research.
  • Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others.
  • Critical thinking skills to evaluate issues and identify a potential solution.
  • Clear and concise communicator; good verbal, active listening, and written communication skills; both.
  • Good interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
  • Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability utilizing clinical trial management systems.
  • Skills to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams. Ability to interface and collaborate with other members of an extended study team. Ability to influence / persuade. Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate programs with others in division, department, and organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience with UCSF grant application procedures, personnel documentation and contracts generation, and CARE and UCSF subcontracting.

License/Certification:

  • Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator.
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