Research Manager Cover Letter Examples

Dear Mr. Lewis:

Having recently learned of your search for an accomplished research manager to join your team at Carraway Inc., I felt compelled to submit my resume for your consideration. As an accomplished and dedicated professional with extensive operational and leadership experience in the clinical research sector, I am prepared to contribute significantly to Carraway’s goals.

My background lies in planning and managing operations, teams, and processes to propel improved productivity and project success within clinical R&D environments. From developing and establishing visionary development plans to implementing key methodologies and facilitating successful project executions, I excel at supervising comprehensive facets of sophisticated clinical research projects to outperform objectives while leading highly productive and results-oriented teams.

Highlights of my experience include the following:

Managing multimillion-dollar research operations for the past 12 years as research supervisor for Pilagar Clinical Development, planning research projects, tracking project progress, writing reports, and presenting findings – all while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, industry guidelines, and clinical best practices

Recommending and facilitating the establishment of a fourth Pilagar research site in Tennessee; securing physician and administration support and measurably expanding corporate research capabilities while reining in costs

Partnering with a clinical study sponsor to develop and implement a corrective action plan, leading to a renewed and more trusting sponsor relationship

Deftly managing a $11.8M operating budget to administer all clinical research projects and trials

Implementing key Six Sigma initiatives and best practices designed to optimize performance and integrity throughout research initiatives

Developing innovative plans and facilitating communication between multiple teams and departments for maximum efficiency and productivity

My skills in research oversight and team leadership have been finely honed, and I am confident my additional strengths will readily translate to your environment. The chance to offer more insight into my qualifications would be most welcome. Thank you for your consideration; I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,

Rebecca C. Lorenz