Lead Clinical PI for Early-Phase Oncology Trials

The START Center for Cancer Research; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

FSA/HSA

Professional growth

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Clinical Principal Investigator to oversee early-phase oncology trials. The physician-scientist will manage protocol development, execution, and sponsor communications while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates hold an MD with hematology or medical oncology board certification, have trial experience, and can drive data integrity, safety, and patient recruitment across sponsor networks.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent with board certification in hematology and/or medical oncology.
• Clinical trials experience with an interest in drug development.
• Ability to analyze clinical data and literature; understanding of FDA regulations and GCP.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction and reviews of protocols in line with investigational plans and GCP.
• Assess feasibility of sponsor inquiries to drive growth through partnerships.
• Lead a matrix team conducting early-phase oncology trials.
• Ensure participant safety and data integrity at the site.
• Protect rights and confidentiality of trial participants.
• Build relationships with Sponsors and CROs involved in study conduct.
• Guide clinical operations staff and sponsor clients.
• Champion continuous quality improvement in clinical research services.
• Develop strategies to enhance patient recruitment and retention.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

GCP knowledge

Team management

Education

MD or equivalent

Board Certification in Hematology

Board Certification in Medical Oncology

Tools

GCP guidelines

CTMS & data management

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Clinical Principal Investigator to oversee early-phase oncology trials. The physician-scientist will manage protocol development, execution, and sponsor communications while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates hold an MD with hematology or medical oncology board certification, have trial experience, and can drive data integrity, safety, and patient recruitment across sponsor networks.