Senior Program Coordinator- Research MCHS Cardiology
Required skills
- clinical research
- research programs
- data management
- computer systems
- team building
- physician
- administrative
- supervisory
- allied health staff
- external agencies
Nice to have
- broad-based management
- project management
Role summary
The Senior Program Coordinator for MCHS Cardiology Research provides strategic and operational leadership for cardiovascular research initiatives, reporting to the Cardiology Chair. This role manages clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies, and research programs, acting as a liaison between investigators, coordinators, regulatory teams, sponsors, and leadership. Key responsibilities include managing study portfolios, overseeing timelines and budgets, coordinating regulatory submissions, monitoring performance metrics, and identifying growth opportunities. The position requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement skills to advance research and improve patient outcomes. Supervisory responsibilities are included, with potential travel to other Mayo Clinic Health System campuses.
The Cardiology Research Sr. Program Coordinator provides strategic and operational leadership for cardiovascular research initiatives under the direction of the MCHS Cardiology Chair, ensuring the successful development, implementation, and oversight of clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies, and research programs. This role serves as a key liaison among investigators, research coordinators, regulatory teams, sponsors, and institutional leadership to advance high-quality, compliant, and impactful research. Responsibilities include managing study portfolios including federal, industry and internal awards, overseeing project timelines and budgets, coordinating regulatory submissions, monitoring program performance metrics, and identifying opportunities for growth and collaboration. Through effective project management, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement, the Cardiology Research Sr. Program Coordinator supports the generation of innovative research that improves patient outcomes, expands access to clinical trials, and advances the organization’s academic and research mission. Performs duties independently and initiates judgment in handling a variety of programmatic issues. Additional job specific duties as assigned by reporting work unit leadership.
- Will have supervisory responsibilities.
- Travel (as needed) to other Mayo Clinic Health System campuses (MN/WI).
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in management, business administration, health care or science related field with a minimum of 2 years of research-related experience. Master's degree preferred. In lieu of Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree/college Diploma/Certificate Program with 5 years of experience in clinical research/related field OR HS Diploma with at least 7 years of clinical research coordination/related experience may be considered. Broad-based management or project management experience is preferred to coordinate a wide range of activities.
Working knowledge of clinical research, research programs, data management, and computer/related systems are required. Strong leadership, team building, and problem-solving skills as well as demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple disciplines, i.e., physician, administrative, supervisory, and allied health staff, and external agencies is required. Must have the ability to independently manage a varied workload of projects and assignments with multiple priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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