Clinical Research Director Jobs in Pennsylvania
Clinical Research Director jobs in Pennsylvania are open across Lancaster, Philadelphia, and Horsham and other Pennsylvania metros, with employers like Eurofins, Johnson & Johnson, and Eli Lilly hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Clinical Research Systems Director assesses system needs of the Jefferson clinical research enterprise, develops proposals for new system needs based on the strategic plan for clinical research and implements system solutions. Responsible for all clinical research system project managers that provide administrative activities for JCRI Systems managed projects. This position will have oversight of various enterprise-wide clinical research systems-related activities including, but not limited to application administration, new system implementations, integrating / enhancing existing systems, website management, and documentation development. The position will oversee the team that provides research systems support to other offices, including the Jefferson Office of Human Research Protection (JOHRP), for the implementation and management of information systems supporting clinical research. The position will also provide information systems expertise to leadership with the overall goal of increasing efficiency for the clinical research community.
Job Description
- Initiate new projects and manage implementation / integration processes. Manages resource allocation, process mapping, procedure documentation, user acceptance testing, and system announcements
- Lead administrator for Jefferson’s Clinical Trial Management System (JeffTrial). Oversees team that creates and monitors user accounts, ensures proper use and data completion and provides reports to leadership. Oversees update of JeffTrial to include a Financial Module that will help to streamline pre- and post-award management activities.
- Oversees integration of new subject renumeration system with JeffTrial to improve coordinator workflows and reduce existing duplicative data entry requirements.
- Lead administrator for enterprise-wide subject payment system. Oversees team that create and monitor user accounts, approve transactions and ensure appropriate card supply is maintained for the research community.
- Lead administrator of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) review and submission system (iMedris). Oversees team that performs upgrades, promotes enhancements, and quality assurance in collaboration with vendor as needed.
- Liaise and collaborate with Jefferson IS&T in planning and implementing projects to ensure appropriate development and support of research systems across the enterprise.
- Develop written standardized processes for systems operation activities
- Collaborate in development and support of Epic tools related to clinical research enterprise wide.
- Develop and implement reports for Deputy Provost for Research and other members of the executive leadership team.
- Oversee team that develops and maintains the JCRI website(s)/links.
- Oversee integration of research systems for controlled affiliates.
- Oversee development and implementation of research systems simulation tool in collaboration with internal stakeholders that will be used for onboarding and training future clinical coordinators throughout the enterprise.
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
5-10 years of experience in Project Management with a systems focus Clinical research and EMR experience preferred.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
833 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Clinical Research Director Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Eurofins2

- Johnson & Johnson2

- Eli Lilly1

- Eurofins Panlabs1

- Geisinger1

Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices5
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Education1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research director jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a clinical field
- Minimum of eight to ten years of clinical research experience including supervisory roles
- Demonstrated experience overseeing Phase II through Phase IV clinical trials
- Current Good Clinical Practice certification aligned with ICH-GCP guidelines
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
- Experience preparing and submitting regulatory documents to the FDA or equivalent agencies
Clinical Research Director Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical research director jobs are there in Pennsylvania?
There are 10+ clinical research director openings in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lancaster, Philadelphia, and Horsham. New positions post regularly as employers across Pennsylvania hire.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most clinical research director jobs?
Lancaster, Philadelphia, and Horsham have the most clinical research director openings in Pennsylvania right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire clinical research directors in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring clinical research directors in Pennsylvania include Eurofins, Johnson & Johnson, and Eli Lilly, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote clinical research director jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. About 20% of clinical research director openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Pennsylvania metros.
How do I apply for clinical research director jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can apply to clinical research director jobs in Pennsylvania directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Pennsylvania location, then apply to each one that fits.
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