Director Research Site Operations

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

As the Director of Research Site Operations, you are responsible for the overall clinical operations and development of Oncology Research Sites. This includes study operations, program development, and trial management. You will work closely with the administrative and physician leadership at the sites as well as the Sarah Cannon physician and Operations leaders.

• You will oversee Sites working closely with the Site Manager and Site management team
• You will problem solve clinical situations along with the Site staff and Research Site Manager as they arise
• You will assist in developing and executing Sarah Cannon Research Institute internal and external strategies
• You will provide oversight, leadership and direction in the management of trials
• You will provide operational oversight and direction to the execution of trials
• You will assess quality of data and performance of clinical trials and develops action plans to address performance gaps
• You will monitor patient accrual rates and implements action plans for sites with accrual issues
• You will assess organizational processes associated with trial execution and identifies ways to improve and streamline internal procedures
• You will meet with Site’s administrators and physicians as needed to ensure contracted services are being provided by SCRI Site Support and other key departments such as Therapeutic Development, Regulatory, Budgets/Contracts, IT and QA
• You will keep executive and management team abreast of issues, progress, and risks related to trial operations
• You will support the development, implementation and evaluation of programs to promote the recruitment, retention and continuing education of Site research staff
• You will plan and facilitate meetings and committees to address clinical research issues
• You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of data/information, providing recommendations for corrective action when necessary
• You will attend and participate in all required key meetings including both internal SCRI and at Site
• You will proactively handle standard of care issues or conflict of interest issues
• You will assess and work with Research Sites to ensure compliance
• You will assist in development and tracking of quarterly goals for each Site
• You will work closely with monitors, sponsors and Sites to ensure quality study data
• You will be responsible for oversight of Site operations and meet with physicians and administrators as needed to assess performance of Site
• You will support strategic and tactical plans for oncology site growth and monitor patient enrollment at sites through weekly reports
• You will represent company vision to site colleagues and affiliated organizations
• You will communicate to all Research Site's performance standards and expectations and regularly visits Sites
• You will work with other team members in SCRI Operations department to ensure communication and responsibility are effective among the groups
• You will collaborate with training and education to ensure continuing education and training to investigators and Research Site staff
• You will manage OSS colleagues and team contributing tasks as directed
  
  

You should have:

• Knowledge of Oncology Research clinical organizational policies, standard operating procedures, and systems
• Knowledge of standard Research Operations
• At least five years of experience in healthcare, research or other science related fields
• At least five years of experience in planning, managing or coordinating clinical trial processes
• Management experience is required
• Bachelor's degree is required however experience may be a substitute for education
• Research Credentials (i.e. ACRP, SOCRA) is preferred
• Nursing or relevant Healthcare Credentials (RN, APRN) is preferred
  
  

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 750 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are actively enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 250 locations in 24 states across the U.S. Please click here to learn more about our research offerings.

We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits through our parent company, McKesson, please click here.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.