McKesson · 1 month ago
Director, Clinical Trial Strategy & Optimization
McKesson, through its subsidiary Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), is dedicated to advancing oncology treatments and improving outcomes for cancer patients. The Director, Clinical Trial Strategy & Optimization will lead efforts to enhance clinical trial processes, driving strategic initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve operational effectiveness and quality in clinical trial execution.
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Responsibilities
Identify opportunities to optimize clinical trial processes across the study lifecycle and drive process changes that improve speed, quality, consistency, and operational efficiency
Lead cross-functional teams in the design, implementation, and sustainment of process improvements that support high-quality and timely clinical trial delivery
Ensure site perspectives are represented in process redesign efforts and partner with site stakeholders to bring them along through change planning, communication, training, and adoption
Assess current-state workflows, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and prioritize improvement initiatives based on business impact, feasibility, and alignment with strategic goals
Develop and monitor key performance indicators, dashboards, and reporting to track process improvement outcomes, risks, and opportunities across clinical trial operations
Report progress, insights, and recommendations to executive leadership, providing clear updates on strategic initiatives, implementation status, and measurable impact
Establish governance, documentation, and standard work to support consistent execution of updated processes and promote a culture of continuous improvement
Build strong partnerships across clinical, operational, quality, technology, and site teams to align stakeholders, remove barriers, and deliver changes to process
Collaborate with sites, sponsors, contract research organizations, and vendors as needed to support process alignment, operational readiness, and successful implementation of change
Ensure process improvements are implemented in alignment with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities while maintaining focus on sustainable execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
5+ years of experience in clinical trials is required
Change and program management experience required
Knowledge of scientific, medical, and regulatory terms
Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, GCP, and CFR Title 21
Clinical research process knowledge with an understanding of medical terminology
Sophisticated problem-solving skills
Highly organized
Flexible and adaptable
Strong communication skills; persuasive, encouraging, motivating, and inspiring; the ability to listen and understand; the ability to communicate the complex in simple terms
Ability to establish relationships - develop strategic relationships within and outside of direct organization
Facilitation and communication skills - able to drive plans, decisions, and resolve issues through facilitation of groups or individuals
Process improvement skills and techniques
Change management skills and techniques
Excellent active listening skills
Experience working in a matrix environment and with virtual team members / stakeholders
Ability to thrive in team environments of considerable change
Ability to define vision and lead through change
Ability to partner with individuals at all levels of management and across organization boundaries
Ability to work across many teams to identify business opportunities and drive to consensus
Benefits
Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Competitive compensation package.
Annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
Company
McKesson
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Funding
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$3.5B2026-06-03Debt Financing· $2.25B
2026-04-20Private Equity· $1.25B
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