Director of Clinical Research

Medical Oncology Research Director

Minnesota Oncology is seeking a Medical Oncology Research Director. This senior‑level management position will work collaboratively with the Administrative and Physician Leadership teams to lead and provide strategic oversight of the organization’s research program.

• Works collaboratively with the Executive Director, Physician Executives and Principal Investigators providing strategic oversight of the research program.
• Act as a dyad to the Research Medical Director and Scientific Research Officer.
• Develop, direct, implement and evaluate research strategies while coordinating with other departments within the organization that impact all aspects of clinical trials.
• Oversee the organization’s research program operations and all research staff to ensure that Network research sites and locations are following USOR SOP and ICH GCP guidelines.
• Coordinate the preparation and implementation and management of the research budget and financial reporting system, to include all sites and locations of research.
• Collaborate with senior management in the development of clinical trial accrual targets and financial objectives.
• Develop accountability standards for all locations to ensure that accrual targets and financial objectives are achieved. Prepare research financial reports for the Executive Director, Finance team, Joint policy board, and executive committee.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the development of new processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of organizational strategic outcomes for clinical trials, resulting in the success of the research program.
• Function as a liaison between corporate research operations, research committees, and practice research sites to communicate research initiatives, opportunities and issues.
• Provide oversight of research processes, SOPs and policies. Supervise research staff, train and mentor, facilitate research continuing education activities, and engage staff in research initiatives and activities.
• Encourage and maintain research focus for practice, working with physicians and leadership to grow and maintain the research program.
• Collaborate with the SRL, physicians of the practice, research committee, and other research management in the process of study selection for the research program.
• Promote the research program to the practice, community and referring physicians.
• Lead a growing team of 20 FTE.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

$150,000 - $190,000 annually, based on experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline desired;
  Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in clinical research, preferably in oncology.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience leading teams in a cross‑functional, clinical research setting preferred.
• Strong leadership skills, ability to manage in a matrix environment, excellent communication skills, strong multitasking and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced constantly changing environment. Knowledge and proficiency in all basic computer programs (Windows, Excel, etc.).
• Specialized knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Specific knowledge of all aspects of clinical research – ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical items such as protocols, informed consent documents, and regulatory documents; ability to solve problems and implement solutions. Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, and oncology as it relates to clinical trials.

Traditional office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional lifts and carries up to 20 lbs.

Large percent of time performing computer‑based work is required. Regular travel within the Twin Cities area expected.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.