Vitalief

Clinical trial advisory and support services

Clinical Research Program Manager - Oncology

Clinical Research OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-time$115k - $145k

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Nursing, Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related field is required.
At least three years of oncology clinical research experience, including managing clinical trials, is required.
At least one to two years of supervisory or management experience in a clinical research environment is required.
Knowledge of oncology clinical trial operations, protocol implementation, regulatory requirements, and research compliance standards, including Good Clinical Practice, Food and Drug Administration regulations, Office for Human Research Protections, National Institutes of Health, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and Institutional Review Board requirements.
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop research teams in a complex clinical environment.
Project management, organizational, and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience with quality assurance activities, auditing, process improvement, and operational optimization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and clinical research systems, including clinical trial management systems, electronic data capture platforms, and/or OnCore.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally and collaborate with physicians, research teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead daily oncology clinical research operations across two locations.
Oversee protocol implementation, study activation, enrollment, data collection, and research workflows.
Supervise, mentor, and develop a small clinical research team.
Support recruitment, onboarding, performance management, competency assessments, and professional development.
Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice, Food and Drug Administration regulations, Office for Human Research Protections, National Institutes of Health, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and Institutional Review Board requirements.
Oversee regulatory submissions, documentation, record retention, and reporting of protocol deviations.
Develop corrective and preventive action plans to support continuous improvement.
Partner with investigators, research leadership, clinical teams, and institutional stakeholders to support research goals and priorities.
Participate in operational planning, resource management, and process improvement initiatives.
Lead meetings and multidisciplinary collaborations to enhance research performance and patient access to clinical trials.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree is preferred.
Registered Nurse licensure is preferred.
Experience working in an academic medical center, cancer center, or large healthcare system is preferred.

ABOUT VITALIEF
Vitalief is a consulting firm built exclusively for the research and clinical trial industry, providing innovative Consulting and Functional Service Provider (FSP) solutions to academic medical centers, health systems, sponsors, CROs, and site networks. By combining deep subject matter expertise with the experience of senior research practitioners, we help organizations accelerate study activation, optimize operations, improve financial performance, and build scalable workforce solutions that reduce costs, increase efficiency, and advance clinical breakthroughs for patients.

POSITION SUMMARY
Vitalief is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Program Manager to join our team as a full-time employee supporting interventional oncology clinical trials at a premier research center in Somerset, NJ. In this highly visible role, you will oversee the successful execution of Phase II–IV oncology clinical trials, spanning multiple oncology disease groups, including Breast, GI/GU, Head & Neck, and Lung cancers.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical research environment and is passionate about advancing cancer research while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and the successful delivery of complex clinical trials.

WHY VITALIEF?

Meaningful Impact: Support innovative oncology research that advances treatment options and improves patient outcomes.
People-First Culture: Join a collaborative environment focused on professional growth, innovation, and teamwork.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy 20 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
Work Location: Four (4) days on site in Somerset, NJ and one (1) day on site in Hamilton, NJ per week.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Salary Range: $115,000 to $145,000 depending on experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead daily oncology clinical research operations across two locations.
Oversee protocol implementation, study activation, enrollment, data collection, and research workflows.
Supervise, mentor, and develop a small clinical research team.
Support recruitment, onboarding, performance management, competency assessments, and professional development.
Ensure compliance with GCP, FDA regulations, OHRP, NIH, HIPAA, and IRB requirements.
Oversee regulatory submissions, documentation, record retention, and reporting of protocol deviations.
Develop corrective and preventive action plans to support continuous improvement.
Partner with investigators, research leadership, clinical teams, and institutional stakeholders to support research goals and priorities.
Participate in operational planning, resource management, and process improvement initiatives.
Lead meetings and multidisciplinary collaborations to enhance research performance and patient access to clinical trials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Public Health, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of oncology clinical research experience, including experience managing clinical trials.
Minimum of 1 to 2 years of supervisory or management experience within a clinical research environment.
Registered Nurse (RN) preferred.
Experience working in an academic medical center, cancer center, or large healthcare system preferred.
Knowledge of oncology clinical trial operations, protocol implementation, regulatory requirements, and research compliance standards, including GCP, FDA, OHRP, NIH, HIPAA, and IRB requirements.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop research teams in a complex clinical environment.
Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience with quality assurance activities, auditing, process improvement, and operational optimization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and clinical research systems, including CTMS, EDC platforms, and/or OnCore.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, research teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and relationship-building abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, visual perception, talking and hearing.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Vitalief partners with clients such as major medical centers and academic institutions that often requires all on-site resources such as prospective Vitalief consultants to be inoculated annually for Influenza and successfully pass a Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) for Mycobacterium Tuberculosis.

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About the Company

Vitalief

Clinical trial advisory and support services

Vitalief is a clinical trial solutions provider in New Brunswick, NJ that offers advisory and support services for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. It helps plan and run clinical trials by recruiting top talent from the clinical research industry to ensure trials are completed successfully. Revenue comes from tailored advisory and support engagements rather than product sales. Vitalief differentiates itself with a people-first culture, investing in its team to deliver sustainable, high-quality services, and by adapting to industry changes such as increased telemedicine during COVID-19 to stay relevant and effective. The company’s goal is to support clients in delivering accurate, timely clinical trials that positively impact patient lives by providing skilled personnel and expert guidance.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Early VC
Total funding: $2M
Headquarters: New Brunswick, NJ
Founded: 2021

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