Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Director of Site Services

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

Job Description

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 MissionPeople 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 Site Services, you are responsible for the overall clinical operations and development of Sarah Cannon oncology 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 leaders.You will oversee the oncology Sites working closely with the Site ManagerYou will problem solve clinical situations along with the Site staff and Site Manager as they ariseYou will assist in developing and executing Sarah Cannon internal and external strategiesYou will provide oversight, leadership and direction in the management of trialsYou will provide operational oversight and direction to the execution of trialsYou will assess quality of data and performance of clinical trials and develop action plans to address performance gapsYou will monitor patient accrual rates and implement action plans for sites with accrual issuesYou will assess organizational processes associated with trial execution and identify ways to improve and streamline internal proceduresYou will meet with strategic site’s administrators and physicians as needed to ensure contracted services are being provided by Program Development, Regulatory, Budgets/Contracts and QA staffYou will keep executive and management team abreast of issues, progress, and risks related to trial operationsYou will develop, implement and evaluate programs to promote the recruitment, retention and continuing education of the non-oncology research staffYou will plan and facilitate meetings and committees to address clinical research issuesYou will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of data/information, providing recommendations for corrective action when necessaryYou will proactively handle standard of care issues or conflict of interest issuesYou will assess and work with Sites to ensure complianceYou will assist in development and tracking of quarterly goals for each SiteYou will work closely with monitors, sponsors and Sites to ensure quality study dataYou will meet with physicians and administrators as needed to assess performance of siteYou will monitor patient enrollment at sites through weekly reportsYou will make visits to the oncology sitesYou Should Have For This PositionA bachelor’s degree is requiredAt least three years of experience in oncologyAt least three years of experience in a research settingAt least three years of management experienceResearch Certification (ACRP or CCRP) preferredInterested candidates should submit their application through https://www.scri.com/careers/. Applications will be accepted through October 8 2025. Please ensure all required materials are included as outlined in the posting.About Sarah Cannon Research InstituteSarah 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.

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