[Hiring] Clinical Research Protocol Specialist @Aptive

Role Description

Aptive Resources is seeking a Clinical Research Protocol Manager to support the Precision Oncology Program within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Research and Development (ORD) under the Field Enterprise Research Support Services (FERSS) contract.

The Precision Oncology Program supports the development and implementation of innovative cancer research initiatives designed to improve outcomes and access to care for Veterans. This position will provide specialized protocol development, regulatory coordination, and clinical research support to physician-scientists conducting high-impact oncology research.

The Clinical Research Protocol Manager will work directly with investigators, physician-scientists, and research leadership to:

• Develop, coordinate, and manage clinical trial and research protocols from concept development through final protocol submission and implementation.
• Operate independently in a fast-paced environment while providing immediate value with minimal onboarding.

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), 100% remote position, currently funded through September 29, 2026, with potential for extension based on contract continuation and program needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Clinical Research, Health Sciences, Nursing, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience supporting clinical research, clinical trial operations, protocol development, regulatory affairs, or research program management.
• Demonstrated experience writing, developing, and coordinating clinical trial or research protocols.
• Experience supporting protocol submissions to IRBs and other regulatory review bodies.
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects research requirements, and clinical research regulations.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders, research sites, and study teams.
• Strong written communication skills with demonstrated experience developing technical and scientific documentation.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and evolving research environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Experience supporting oncology clinical trials or cancer research programs.
• Experience preparing or supporting FDA submissions, including Investigational New Drug (IND) applications.
• Experience supporting Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) or industry-sponsored research collaborations.
• Clinical research certification such as CCRP, CCRC, ACRP-CP, SOCRA, or equivalent.
• Experience working with VA, NIH, academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers, or other large healthcare research organizations.
• Experience supporting multi-site clinical trials and research networks.
• Familiarity with precision medicine, oncology research, biomarker-driven studies, or translational research.

Company Description

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations, and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security, and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity, and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day.