Assistant Clinical Study Manager

About RTI International

RTI International is an independent nonprofit research organization dedicated to enhancing human welfare through scientific and technical solutions. Our mission is to tackle critical global challenges by employing an integrated approach that combines expertise across social sciences, statistics, data analysis, laboratory sciences, engineering, and other specialized fields to develop innovative answers that improve lives worldwide.

We are driven by the potential of science and engineering to make a positive difference every day for individuals, communities, and organizations across the United States and globally. If you desire to contribute meaningfully to impactful research, RTI offers a fulfilling environment.

Role Overview

We seek an Assistant Clinical Study Manager to join our dynamic clinical trial operations team at RTI International. The successful candidate will be motivated, results-focused, and cooperative, possessing experience working collaboratively within a Data Coordinating Center clinical trial setting. This role involves coordinating with RTI staff, project teams, and contractors to support clinical research initiatives and data coordination efforts across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior study management by overseeing specific components of clinical trial projects.
• Assist in preparing and distributing essential study documents such as data collection forms, operational manuals, and technical memos to participating research sites.
• Organize and send out study materials including supplies and forms to clinical locations.
• Coordinate and schedule conference calls, and prepare and disseminate meeting minutes.
• Manage project communications and correspondence efficiently.
• Help create progress reports as well as materials for client, study, and network meetings.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of training materials for site staff and potentially assist with training sessions.
• Work with data management teams to design and implement effective data collection and management strategies.
• Engage in quality control processes to ensure project standards.
• Identify risks and support the implementation of mitigation plans.
• Collect background data to aid in proposal development and project planning.

Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor's degree with at least three years of relevant experience, a master's degree with one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience supporting clinical trial operations is essential; preference given to candidates with Data Coordinating Center experience.
• Familiarity with Investigational New Drug (IND) or other regulated clinical studies is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• A keen interest in health or clinical research is important.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including listening and summarizing complex information.
• Capability to work independently with attention to detail and completeness.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities, interruptions, and multitasking within fast-paced environments.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are required.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally, generally less than 10%, for meetings and site visits.

Additional Information

The position is located onsite in the United States. The expected salary range for this role is $78,000 to $95,000 annually, reflecting a national average and subject to location-based adjustments. RTI offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries, paid time off, performance-based increases and bonuses, various insurance options, retirement savings plans, parental leave, financial assistance for adoption or infertility treatments, education support, employee assistance programs, and other resources to promote work-life balance.

RTI is committed to equal employment opportunity. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with relevant laws. Certain state-specific legal notices pertaining to employment testing and fair chance practices apply.