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Sr. Manager of Clinical Research Services

Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
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.

Responsibilities

As the Sr. Manager of Clinic Research Services, you will be responsible for execution of strategy for Clinical Research teams including clinic research care, clinic research nurse, and clinical support service teams. This includes creation of goals and supporting overall departmental status with defined metrics. Responsible for overall daily operations as well as hiring and developing managers and colleagues of these respective teams. Responsibilities include:

  • Provide direct supervision and development of the Manager Clinical Research Nurses, Manager Research Care Support, and Manager Clinical Support Services
  • Provide oversight, leadership, and support of organizational processes during study activation and maintenance of trials to ensure the delivery of quality research compliance.
  • Monitor and assist with queries from internal colleagues, sponsors, and CROs.
  • Oversee inventory and evaluate acquisition of study supplies required.
  • Develop, maintain, and report out performance metrics and expectations to leadership on a regular basis for the research nurse, research care, and clinical support services teams.
  • Provide clinical research nurses, research care, and clinical, support for site audits and CAPAs.
  • Build and manage strategic internal and external relationships.
  • Meet with the Director weekly to communicate key issues, progress, and risks related to laboratory, research care, and clinical support services.
  • Meet with SCRI Oncology Partners, TCMC, and other external leaders regarding clinical support for research patients and develop/optimize processes as needed.
  • Meet with the SCRI site leadership team as needed on strategies for process improvement and strategic initiatives, execute, and monitor progress for clinical research nurses, research care, and clinical support services teams.
  • Assist in the creation, development, maintenance, and execution of SOPs, WIs, job aids.
  • Complete protocol training per standard operating procedure.
  • Attend staff and other assigned meetings.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality according to ethical and legal requirements.
  • Adhere to appropriate Standard Operating Procedures.

You Should Have For This Position

  • An Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree preferred
  • At least one year of experience working in Clinical Research.
  • Registered Nurse preferred
  • At least one year of experience working in oncology.
  • Working knowledge of clinical trials protocol
  • General knowledge of Regulatory Research and Quality Assurance guidelines
  • Skills in communication with physicians and internal/external stakeholders
  • Public presentation skills
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
  • Ability to critically think and problem solve situations as they arise.
  • Adaptable to the changing needs of the team and work environment
  • Ability to self-direct, including prioritization of multiple simultaneous tasks
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) 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 850 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 in the past decade. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20 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.

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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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