Manager of Oncology Research

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Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Salary: $91,700 - $163,700/year

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The Manager of Oncology Research and Clinical Trials is a nursing and operational leader responsible for advancing high-quality patient care, clinical research excellence, and team performance across the oncology research program. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, this leader partners closely with physicians, principal and sub-investigators, clinical research coordinators, nurses, and regulatory professionals to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials while delivering an exceptional patient  this role, you will oversee clinical and research operations, support staff development, drive compliance with regulatory requirements, and implement innovative processes that improve quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate is an experienced oncology nurse leader who is passionate about research, operational excellence, and leading multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee the coordination, quality, and delivery of patient care within the oncology research setting

Support the development and execution of departmental goals, strategic initiatives, and research program objectives

Partner with physicians, investigators, and clinical teams to ensure successful implementation and management of clinical trials

Monitor compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, standards of practice, and federal and state regulations

Recruit, interview, onboard, mentor, and develop clinical and research staff

Provide leadership, coaching, education, and performance oversight for licensed and non-licensed personnel

Ensure development and implementation of patient-centered care plans that promote quality outcomes and patient satisfaction

Support clinical trial activities across multiple phases, including protocol implementation, study execution, and research operations

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and operational excellence through Lean methodologies and audits

Assess staffing needs, conduct quality reviews, and address employee relations concerns in a timely and effective manner

Develop and implement staff education, orientation, and competency programs

Foster employee engagement through clear communication, collaboration, and team development

Collaborate with investigators, research partners, and statistical consultants to support study success

Serve as a backup resource for clinical research coordination activities, including participant screening and recruitment for clinical studies when needed

Participate in initiatives that advance oncology research, innovation, and program growth

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

2+ years of clinical research experience, including oncology clinical trials2+ years of leadership or management experience overseeing research personnel or research operations

Experience managing clinical trials across multiple phases, including Phase II, III, and interventional studies

Experience working with investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory agencies

Solid knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, human subject protections, and research compliance requirements

Demonstrated success leading clinical research programs and operational initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certificationACRP certification (CCRC, CCRP, or CPM)3+ years of oncology-specific clinical research experience

Experience leading multidisciplinary clinical research teams

Experience supporting research program growth, site development, and strategic initiatives

Lean, process improvement, or healthcare operations experience

Experience participating in successful regulatory inspections or sponsor audits

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