Manager or Research Study Activation

Manager of Study Activation As Manager of Study Activation at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will oversee all study activation activities, supervise the activation team, and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, FDA guidelines, and GCP. Responsibilities Overall study activation activities, including direct supervision and development of staff, adherence to SOPs, and reporting data to internal and external stakeholders. Lead study start‑up activities, covering trials in lead, opportunity, and selection. Oversee the study activation team and coordinate with site, sponsor and CRO contacts to establish and maintain key connectivity. Support the site evaluation process from opportunity review through executive leadership recommendation. Interface with Sarah Cannon lines of business to develop relationships and understand business line needs, providing high‑level service and site collaboration. Facilitate business development and relationship‑management activities with pending and active sites and pharma/CRO partners. Utilize metrics to drive improvement strategies for trial activations and stakeholder relationships. Escalate unresolved issues to Senior Manager or appropriate level of management. Drive new initiatives and special projects as directed by Senior Manager, Site Relationships and Support Services. Provide oversight, leadership and direction for study start‑up of trials and maintenance areas where support is provided. Assess organizational processes associated with start‑up and support to identify improvements and streamline processes. Meet with site leadership as needed to ensure contracted services are being delivered. Qualifications Ability to read, understand and comply with research protocols. Knowledge of FDA guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Resourceful with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent interpersonal skills, detail‑oriented and meticulous. Clinical and/or scientific experience in a research setting (required). Research certification (ACRP or CCRP) preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr McKesson’s Corporate