Sr. Director, Operations-Clinical Research
Location: , Texas
Description: McKesson is currently seeking to employ Sr. Director, Operations-Clinical Research right now, this career will be situated in Texas. More complete informations about this career opportunity kindly read the description below. Empowering patients starts with you. It starts with the chain of events you initiate when you work on the combined team of McKesson Specialty Care Solutions and US! Oncology- a chain that extends across the country uniting a network of community-based cancer clinics and resulting in millions of people getting more from their healthcare.
Across McKesson Specialty Care Solutions and US Oncology, our team affects the full continuum of healthcare - ultimately helping to improve the patient experience at the individual level. Our specialty pharmaceutical programs offer a significant impact for our customers and their businesses. The Distribution Services segment of our company is dedicated to the wholesale distribution of specialty pharmaceuticals - focusing on oncology and other specialty products. Our Specialty Patient Services group provides compliance and adherence programs, as well as reimbursement hotlines, patient assistance and support programs and the managed distribution of pharmaceutical products. Our Specialty Solution Center is the largest single-site call center in healthcare, offering a centralized approach to optim! ize manufacturer product reimbursement and access. Our US Onco! logy operations unite one of the nation's largest health-care services network devoted exclusively to cancer treatment and research, and is a pioneer in community-based cancer care. Annually, the united network of more than 9,000 physicians, clinicians, nurses, and administrators delivers integrated cancer care to more than 850,000 cancer patients in community-based clinics located in 41 states.
Current Need
Reporting directly to the VP for Clinical Research, responsible for operational components of clinical trial execution for the network, including oversight of project management, financial accountability, regulatory affairs, including QA/QI operations, network field based operations, and site/CRA monitoring.
Responsible to insure everyday activities for clinical trial execution run efficiently and safely and sponsors needs are met.
Responsible for site operations and insuring needs of sites are met.
Position Description
Plan, direct, and coordinate interdisciplinary operations teams. Insure that project management, field based operations, and regulatory teams are working seamlessly and closely partnering with research development as well as other groups within the company. Set parameters to judge efficient and effective organizational operations. Determine operation team needs, increase accountability and quality, reduce cost, maximize profitability, and analyze areas of improvement.
Accountable for strategic planning and execution to meet sponsor’s needs with quality deliverables, on time delivery, and within budget. Work closely with the Sr. Director of Development and others on strategy, refinement of business models, thoughtful planning and coordination for successful execution of clinical trials for sponsor needs, forecasting and analysis with regard to the network and competition, growth plans, and innovative solutions. Primary focus is on industry sponsored, developme! ntal, expansion and registrational trials. However, accounting for uniq! ue needs of investigator initiated work is necessary, including CRF development, data management and monitoring.
Review and evaluate business procedures for maximum productivity and streamlined activities that are scalable (current focus hem/onc, but future could include other disciplines). These will include utilization of existing recommendations and creation of new reports and business tools. Works closely with the Director of Research Information Systems to recommend new technology to empower trial operations.
Monitor revenue data turnaround and worker productivity. Work with finance and business operations to maximize revenue. Responsible for “CRO-like functions†including building and overseeing CRA team, as well as ensuring that data timelines are met, operational and quality issues are reported and followed up on, as well as developing strategy for remote monitoring.
Supervise HR activity with a role in creating job descriptions, staff! requirements, interviewing and hiring for operations team. Hire and grow talent in director positions to meet business objectives and support growth plans for management team and future leaders.
Determine demand through data analysis and organize accordingly.
Provide consultation to clients regarding operational aspects of drug development in the U.S. and provide recommendations and suggestions on trial execution.
Encourage and develop strategic partnerships and relationships at the sites. Work closely with the Sr. Director of Development for collective feedback to sponsor and physician teams on performance (manage metrics for both sponsor and physicians visibility), develop and execute plans for areas of development and growth, and areas of improvement.
Participate in proposal presentations and face-to-face interactions with clients. Negotiate on behalf of the organization.
Minimum Requirements
14+ years operational ex! perience including 12+ years managerial experience
Additional ! Knowledge & Skills
Education/Training â€"
BS + MBA (Additional advanced degrees considered, including Ph.D., PharmD, MPH, etc.)
Lean Six Sigma Training a plus
Business Experience â€"
10 years Clinical Research - oncology experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead, evaluate and adjust teams accordingly.
Accounting and/or finance background important
Demonstrated ability to manage and drive quality operations and manage P&L.
10 years operations experience, in leadership position with proven ability in leadership and business success
Pharma or CRO background strongly preferred
Specialized Knowledge/Skills â€"
Focus on operational excellence, workplace review and leading change management.
Proven ability to work with others and through others to deliver quality results on time and within budget.
Lean and/or Six Sigma strongly preferred.
Strong te! chnology background. Ability to assess and recommend technology solutions. Proven ability to utilize technology to increase productivity.
Knowledge of oncology clinical research, in the US and globally.
Knowledge of pharma and CRO business in the US and globally.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Ability to balance operational and strategic priorities.
Highly effective team leadership skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
4-year degree or equivalent experience
Physical Requirements
General Office Demands Travel up to 50% - expect 10-25% travel
Benefits & Company Statement
We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.
It starts with you. That's a simple sentence bu! t it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Eve! ry single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson Specialty Care Solutions, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.
At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.
As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers
Agency Statement
No agencies please.
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This career will be opened on: Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:45:21 GMT
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