Physician- Research Medical Director, Oncology Service Line
Core
Lead research strategy, operations, and compliance for the Oncology Center of Excellence to support physician scientists in conducting clinical and translational research.
Role type
Senior Research Medical Director (Oncology)
Builds
Research programs, clinical trial infrastructure, and strategic partnerships with NCI-designated centers.
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology / Clinical Research
Required skills
Oncology research leadership, multi-site health system program development, grant development, clinical trial feasibility evaluation, regulatory compliance, strategic partnership management, budget oversight, team mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience at NCI Designated Cancer Center, collaborative leadership style, innovative program development
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide oversight of research conducted within the Oncology COE; Represent Ochsner Cancer Institute Research at organizational meetings; Collaboratively develop and execute a strategy for NCI Designated Cancer Center participation; Manage MD Anderson collaborative research activities; Ensure adherence to MD Anderson Research standards; Provide mentorship to physicians on Clinical Scientist or Translational Scientist tracks; Lead feasibility reviews for clinical research studies; Monitor research activity budgets; Lead activities for new trial access including pharma and NCI trials; Lead oversight of clinical trial feasibility evaluation; Lead activities related to the development of investigator-initiated trials; Assist faculty in the identification and development of grant opportunities; Work with leadership to recruit investigators; Expand cancer research activities to all Ochsner sites; Directly or indirectly supervise Ochsner's participation in the Gulf-South NCORP.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership