We’re looking for a dental hygienist, dental therapist, or dentist with research experience to join to our team! We want you to contribute your experience to the important world of oral health research.
The pay range for this position is $72,000 - $76,000 depending on the experience you bring to the position.
This position can support a hybrid work schedule, with the minority of days working remotely and will vary depending on the research study assignments.
This position is based on the University of Minnesota’s East Bank campus in Minneapolis in the School of Dentistry.
This Clinical Research Manager position provides professional research and technical support for research projects for faculty in the School of Dentistry at the University of Minnesota. This research is done in the Oral Health Clinical Research Center in the School of Dentistry.
Position Responsibilities
Manage Clinical Research Studies (60%)
Manage clinical research projects including marketing, recruitment, execution of informed consent, compliance with HIPAA requirements, determination of subject eligibility, monitoring subject responses to protocol defined treatments/interventions, scheduling required visits, follow-ups and maintaining subject tracking systems consistent with study protocol and timelines.
Facilitate the successful implementation of the IRB (Institutional Review Board) approved protocol; review and execute the study protocols; assess study related needs; and provide input to facilitate implementation
Coordinate participant study visits and ensure complete source documentation
Manage subject visits with Principal Investigators, examiners, clinicians, and patients to comply with the study protocol.
Perform and teach calibrations as appropriate and requested by Director.
Prepare space for study-related equipment and supplies plus monitoring those supplies and investigational products
Complete sponsor case report forms (CRFs), coordinate monitoring visits and arrange for lab visits and imaging if necessary
Obtain and maintain the necessary training for safety, regulatory and data management (i.e., Oncore and CITI).
Train/educate ancillary staff regarding roles in studies.
Study Regulatory Management 30%
Prepare and complete IRB (Institutional Review Board) applications, informed consent documents, and data collection forms as well as completing continuing review reports and regulatory reports in a timely manner.
Assure compliance with all regulations and sponsor stipulations as necessary
Prepare for regulatory reviews; and responding to requests for regulatory compliance.
Interact with various agencies to resolve, liaise, and advise of study needs or issues with Sponsors, Principal Investigators, and appropriate University departments (i.e., IRB, Dental School Contracts and Grants, Financial Operations, Sponsored Research).
Schedule & coordinate pre-study site visit with Sponsor's representatives.
Establish and maintain electronic & written databases.
Track the progress of human research subjects & projects.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Protocol Development 10%
Assist with writing and editing research and technical materials including IRB applications, protocol, consent forms, manuscripts, abstracts, website content, and user guides
Manage additional workload as assigned during staffing changes
Provide process improvement and Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) perspective for workflow improvement
Contribute towards Center’s goals and strategy
We look after you:
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, and pharmacy coverage; life insurance; retirement; long-term care insurance; and disability coverage - see below for more.
Come. Work. Stay. Play. The U of M is conveniently accessible by light rail, bus, and bike. And we offer discounted bus/train transportation through our “U-Pass” program.
The University of Minnesota embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills!
Required qualifications – Please detail all of the required qualifications on your application materials
BA/BS with at least 6 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience; or advanced degree with 4 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience;
Advanced degree with 4 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed dental hygienist: BA/BS with at least 6 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience; or advanced degree with 4 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience;
Licensed dental therapist or dentist (advanced degree holders): with 4 years of research, clinical, teaching, or other related experience.
Eligible for or hold a current Minnesota Board of Dentistry Dental Hygiene, Dental Therapy or Dental license by start date.
Experience doing dental-based clinical research.
Possess in-depth knowledge of dentistry that can be readily applied as issues arise.
Experience recruiting, consenting, and enrolling patients in clinical research studies.
Project management experience in healthcare/academic environments.
Experience with IRB submissions and IRB reporting requirements.
The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.
