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Senior Director Of Clinical Research
Actalent —Jackson, MS
- $135,000 - $170,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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Executive Director
IMPROVE YOUR TOMORROW —Jackson, MS
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Computer literacy
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
Assistant to the Executive Director
Ambition Prep —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
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Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness Clinic
Jackson State University —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Nursing
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Senior Director, Category Management
Cushman & Wakefield —Jackson, MS
- $187,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- PMP
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Executive Director, Postsecondary & Talent Alignment – Federal Programs
Mississippi Community College Board —Jackson, MS
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 5 years
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior Director-Transplant Services
The University of Mississippi Medical Center —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Senior Director - Clinical Research _ Office of Associate Vice Chancellor for Research
The University of Mississippi Medical Center —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
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- 11+ years
- Health insurance
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Senior Director Of Clinical Research

Actalent -
Jackson, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
$135,000 - $170,000 a year
2 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Clinical program budget management
Managerial strategic planning
Program management
Team leadership
Faculty collaboration
Employee relationship building
Medical billing compliance checks
Contract management experience in healthcare
Policy & process development
Clinical research compliance
Bachelor's degree
Managing clinical research teams
Contracts
Clinical trial standard operating procedures
Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development
Healthcare regulatory compliance policy development
Research regulatory compliance
Project contract management
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Policy Development
Program budgeting
Senior leadership
Financial compliance

Full Job Description

Senior Director of Clinical Research

On-site position in Jackson, MS

No relocation offered.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Research to lead and transform clinical trials operations across the institution. This is a highly visible, strategic leadership role central to the mission of achieving NCI (National Cancer Institute) designation.

This leader will provide enterprise-wide oversight of clinical research operations, drive standardization and efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance while fostering a collaborative and high-performing research environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for clinical trials across departments
Centralize and standardize clinical research processes, infrastructure, and governance
Ensure full compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and research standards
Develop, implement, and maintain policies, SOPs, and best practices for clinical research
Lead efforts to identify operational gaps and resolve systemic challenges impacting research teams
Oversee clinical trial lifecycle operations, including billing compliance, contracts, and budget approvals
Monitor trial performance, metrics, risks, and financials; provide updates to leadership
Partner with institutional leaders, faculty, and external stakeholders to grow and strengthen research capabilities
Support education, training, and onboarding initiatives to enhance research excellence
Lead and mentor a team of 15–20 staff, including:
- Program Manager III
- CTMS Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Office of Clinical Trials (Supervisor-level oversight)
- Clinical Research Support Program Team
Operate effectively within a matrixed academic medical center environment

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree AND 7+ years of clinical research experience (operations, regulatory, or trials management)
Minimum 2 years of leadership/supervisory experience
Deep knowledge of federal clinical research regulations and compliance standards
Proven experience overseeing clinical trials operations at scale
Regulatory compliance and policy leadership
Clinical trial operations oversight and centralization
Policy and SOP development
Budgeting, contract management, and billing compliance
Program and operational management across multiple teams
Exceptional relationship-building abilities across all levels of the organization
Strong problem-solving and adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Confident and effective communicator with the ability to influence faculty and leadership
Highly personable, collaborative, and approachable
Strategic thinker with operational execution capability

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
SOCRA or CCRP certification
Experience in an academic medical center environment
Experience in oncology or cancer research

Work Environment

This role may require occasional extended hours, travel to offsite locations, and exposure to clinical/research

environments. Work includes a mix of administrative and operational responsibilities with frequent interaction across departments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Jackson, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

UMMC will provide official benefits package, but details are provided below: Benefits: As a state institution, UMMC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - State retirement plan - Good health insurance - Generous personal and medical time off that rolls over each year - Accumulated leave can be paid out or applied toward years of service at retirement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jackson,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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