Assistant Vice President of Research 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 Assistant Vice President of Research Operations , you are responsible for the research operations and strategic growth across assigned sites, working closely with SCRI leadership and assigned sites in partnership with the Vice President of Research Operations. You will implement strategies, promote operational standards, and ensure the research services are coordinated across the assigned sites. This position works closely with the assigned sites’ administration, any associated facility administration, the physicians, and Sarah Cannon leadership.

• You will work closely with the Vice President of Research Operations to provide administrative direction for the research operations of the assigned sites
• You will assist in developing and executing SCRI internal and external strategies
• You will provide operational oversight, leadership, and direction in the execution and management of trials at assigned sites
• You will manage performance and development of all direct reporting colleagues
• You will oversee clinical trial related activities completed / performed by the research staff to ensure completeness and accuracy as well as adherence to federal and state guidelines
• You will manage, monitor, and operate within approved budget
• You will assess organizational processes associated with trial execution and identify ways to improve and streamline internal procedures
• You will monitor industry trends and participate in educational activities directed by SCRI
• You will collaborate with assigned research administrative site leaders, practice administrative leaders, hospital administration, physician leaders, and all SCRI leaders to implement the research strategy ensuring high quality and efficient services while promoting growth
• You will communicate regularly and routinely with the Vice President of Research Operations concerning enrollment, operational structure and challenges, status of meeting objectives, and quality while highlighting risks and suggested courses of action pertinent to the efficient operation of the research of the assigned sites
• You will work closely with the Vice President to ensure the strategies, priorities, and operations of all assigned research sites are aligned and complementary to SCRI
• You will work closely with the Quality Leadership of Sarah Cannon to obtain regular status reports, opportunity reports, risks, and plans to ensure the highest level of quality at assigned sites and report and / or escalate to leadership appropriately
• You will report to Vice President on the status of all projects and objectives, highlighting areas where executive action is necessary.
• You will ensure internal process and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are updated according to Good Clinical Practice

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Interested candidates should submit their application through https : / / www.scri.com / careers / . Applications will be accepted through December 14, 2025. Please ensure all required materials are included as outlined in the posting.

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.