Sr. Training Project Manager, Clinical Research

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

 

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

 

The Sr. Training Project Manager, Clinical Research leads the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of clinical research training programs across the institution. This role combines project management expertise with clinical research knowledge to ensure research staff are trained in regulatory requirements, operational procedures, and best practices. The Senior Manager coordinates cross‑departmental initiatives, tracks training compliance, and supports the development of a high-performing clinical research workforce. This role reports to the Director of Clinical Research Regulatory Affairs and Compliance.

 

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

 

Most Fred Hutch jobs require some on-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area.

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of oncology clinical research training programs for investigators, coordinators, and research staff.
• Manage training initiatives as projects, including scope definition, timelines, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Oversee the implementation of standardized training frameworks aligned with institutional policies, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, and sponsor requirements.
• Collaborate with clinical research leadership, study staff, and departmental stakeholders to identify training needs and gaps.
• Develop and maintain project plans, dashboards, and reporting tools to track program progress, milestones, and outcomes.
• Coordinate onboarding and continuing education programs for clinical research personnel.
• Manage learning management systems (LMS) and training documentation to ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using metrics, feedback, and performance data, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Lead working groups, meeting forums, and committees related to clinical research education and workforce development.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in oncology clinical research, regulatory operations, clinical trial management, monitoring, or research quality/compliance.
• Experience managing complex projects in a clinical or research environment.
• Experience managing staff.
• Strong understanding of oncology clinical trial operations, including investigator‑initiated studies, cooperative group trials, and industry-sponsored studies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICH GCP, FDA regulations, NCI requirements, HIPAA, and institutional research policies.
• Experience designing and delivering training for adult learners.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working in an NCI-designated cancer center or academic consortium environment.
• Expertise with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Suite, etc.), data visualization platforms, and SharePoint.

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The annual base salary range for this position is from $115,170 to $182,021, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

 

Most Fred Hutch jobs require some on-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.