Genitourinary Physician Investigator/Director

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") is the world’s largestearly phasesite network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research.Throughout ourhistory, START has provided hope to cancer patients inglobalcommunity practices by offering "Hope Through Access" to cutting edge trials throughout the UnitedStatesand Europe. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world.As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda – the most effective cancer drug in medical history.

We are seeking aGenitourinary (GU) Physician Investigator (PI).

The Genitourinary (GU) Physician Investigator (PI) is a physician-scientist with demonstrated clinical research team leadership skills responsible for the overall preparation, conduct, and management of GU Oncology clinical trials including Phase 1 studies. This role will manage the development and execution of clinical trial protocols, contribute to data analysis, and maintain strong communication and alignment with industry sponsors while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements and institutional policies.

Essential Responsibilities:

Strong leadership skills to oversee early and late phase GU clinical trials by providing overarching medical direction and comprehensive medical reviews of protocols in conformance with the investigational plan and good clinical practice

Work collaboratively across healthcare provider disciplines with urologic oncologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine radiologists, pathologists and medical oncology physicians

Provide medical and scientific feasibility of all new sponsor inquiries driving growth through strategic partnerships

Lead and manage a matrix team responsible for the conduct of GU oncology trials

Ensure the safety and well-being of all trial site participants are protected

Ensure data collected at the study site is credible and accurate

Ensure the ethical rights, integrity, and confidentiality of all participants at the trial site are protected

Develop professional working relationships with Sponsors and Clinical Research Organizations involved in study conduct

Provide expert guidance and support to clinical operations research staff and sponsor client

Lead continuous quality improvement efforts for clinical research services, integrating best practices and fostering a culture of research excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration

Develop and implement strategies to enhance patient recruitment and retention in clinical trials

Strong collaborative skills working with START Co-Investigator physicians and across the START Network.

Required Education and Experience:

M.D. or equivalent

Board Certified in Medical Oncology or Urology

Qualified for relevant US State Medical Licensing

Clinical trials experience with a strong interest in drug development and publications

Ability to critically analyze clinical scientific data and literature

Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles, safety and adverse event reporting, FDA regulations, and biomedical research ethics

Passion for providing excellence of clinical care and for working in a collaborative / team-oriented environment

Strong leadership skills with entrepreneurial mindset encompassing an aggressive approach to growth and expansion

Preferred Education and Experience:

Previous experience with industry sponsored clinical trials

Excellent communication skills, with experience in publishing and presenting at scientific meetings

Translational research experience and familiarity with early and late stage clinical trials

Travel Requirements

Travel expectations of at least 15% of time.

More About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. START represents the world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of “Hope Through Access”. As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda –one ofthe most effective cancerdrugsin medical history.

Learn more at STARTresearch.com.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Yourexpertiseand dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Worksite address

norfolk, VA, 23500, US

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