Job Description
Title: Clinical Research Operations Associate (Right Hand to VP of Operations)
Location: Remote – Central Time Zone alignment required
Hours: Full-time
Position Summary
UniTriTeam is hiring a Clinical Research Operations Associate to serve as the right hand to the VP of Operations at our client, a fast-growing clinical research organization. This role is designed for a seasoned professional with in-depth clinical research experience who can independently manage projects, provide operational support, and reduce workload for the VP of Operations.
The ideal candidate has performed multiple roles within clinical research operations — from coordinating trials, to patient recruitment, to contracting, to e-source design — and can bring this knowledge to drive operational excellence. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and can take ownership with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the right hand to the VP of Operations, providing day-to-day operational support and workload relief.
Manage and execute operational projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are consistently met.
Leverage expertise in clinical research operations to support patient recruitment, contracting, and study execution.
Support the development and design of e-source templates and workflows.
Provide oversight and input on contracts, budgets, and site-level processes.
Serve as a subject matter expert across the clinical research lifecycle, including coordinator-level responsibilities.
Anticipate needs and proactively resolve issues to keep projects moving forward.
Develop documentation, SOPs, and best practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience, with direct knowledge of clinical research coordinator duties, patient recruitment, and contracting.
Experience with e-source design and implementation (CRIO, Clinical Conductor, RealTime strongly preferred).
Strong understanding of clinical trial operations from startup through closeout.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently and deliver results without extensive supervision.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
Ability to work full-time, remote, aligned to Central Time Zone.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
Core Competencies
Clinical Research Expertise – deep understanding of operations across the trial lifecycle.
Operational Execution – ability to turn high-level direction into actionable results.
Proactivity – anticipating needs and removing obstacles for leadership.
Project Management – ensuring timelines, tasks, and deliverables stay on track.
Adaptability – thriving in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
What Sets UniTriTeam Apart
At UniTriTeam, we believe in creating win-win-win solutions for our clients, our team members, and the clinical research industry. Every UniTriTeam professional goes through a comprehensive onboarding and training program that includes communication, project management, and AI tool integration — at no additional cost to the client.
Our model ensures that team members are fully prepared to integrate seamlessly into client organizations and deliver immediate value. With over 45 years of combined leadership experience in clinical research site operations, UniTriTeam provides unmatched support, scalability, and flexibility to help research sites thrive.
Employment Details
This position will be employed by UniTriTeam and fully dedicated to supporting Elevate Clinical Research.