Clinical Research Manager-Kellogg Cancer Center

Company: Endeavor Health
Location: Evanston
Posted on: February 27, 2026

Job Description:

Hourly Pay Range: $46.79 - $72.52 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position: Clinical Research Manager, Kellogg Cancer Center Location: Based at Evanston Hospital with travel to other Endeavor hospitals Full Time/Part Time: Full-time, 40 hours per week Hours: 8:00AM-4:30PM with flexibility Position Overview: The Clinical Research Manager oversees and coordinates all research activity within the Kellogg Cancer Center to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality outcomes. This role is responsible for supervising research staff, allocating resources, and supporting the full lifecycle of clinical research?from protocol activation to study closeout. Key responsibilities include staff assignment and oversight, protocol initiation and submission, participant recruitment, grant support, manuscript contributions, IRB submissions and follow-up, and development of program performance metrics. The manager maintains strong collaborative relationships with Principal Investigators, Co-Investigators, research staff, research administration, and relevant departmental teams. This position is essential in promoting a culture of compliance, excellence, and continuous improvement across the research enterprise. What you will do: Strategic & Operational Leadership Collaborate with the Director of Research to define research priorities and strategic goals. Ensure appropriate staffing levels and resource allocation to meet program objectives. Develop and monitor performance and operational metrics for all research activities. Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the implementation of solutions. Staff Management & Development Oversee all aspects of staff supervision, including recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, and performance management. Ensure research staff are fully oriented to their roles and are competent to perform assigned duties. Facilitate required certifications, continuing education, and ongoing training. Monitor time and attendance in accordance with Endeavor Health policies. Research Administration & Compliance Lead the initiation and submission of protocols; oversee subject recruitment and follow-up activities. Support investigators in identifying research funding opportunities, preparing grants, completing IRB submissions. Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and payment processing. Approve reimbursement, check, and resource requests per organizational procedures. Serve as liaison to Endeavor Health?s Research Institute on budgeting, contracting, and administrative matters. Scholarly Contributions Assist in processes for preparing, writing, and presenting scientific posters and manuscripts?individually or through staff and physician/trainee participation. Collaborate on data collection and analysis related to audits, quality improvement, and quality assurance. Additional Responsibilities Support clinical research activities as needed. Perform other duties as assigned to advance research excellence within the Cancer Institute. What you will need: License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required Education: Graduate of a NLN accredited school of nursing required; BSN strongly preferred, Masters a plus Experience: 2-5 years nursing experience; minimum of two years? experience in program and staff management with undergraduate or graduate degree in Management, Leadership, Health Administration or equivalent or minimum of five years program and staff management experience is required. Skills: Demonstrated strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, multi-task, and foster teamwork, are required. Excellent interpersonal skills consistent with management of research staff and broad-based, inter- and intra-departmental interactions. Must possess the ability to work effectively and productively as a member of a diverse team of individuals. Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and ownership of assigned responsibilities. A background in clinical research principles and processes including IRB approval, Women's Health and Epic is desirable. Benefits: Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website () to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help everyone in our communities be their best?. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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