Pediatric Oncology Research Operations Lead

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in Hershey, PA invites applications for a Research Operations Manager to lead a pediatric oncology research team, overseeing regulatory, clinical, and operational aspects of the program. You will coordinate investigators, sponsors, and institutional leadership to ensure compliant, efficient, and patient-centered trials.

You will manage a diverse team of regulatory specialists, nurses, and coordinators, drive policy development, budgeting, staffing, and KPI

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage a diverse research team including regulatory personnel, research nurses, and study coordinators.
• Lead compliance with Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements across trials.
• Develop and refine policies to improve research efficiency, safety, and stakeholder communications.
• Oversee budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation for clinical trials and research initiatives.
• Represent the research team in institutional committees and with external sponsors.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University in Hershey, PA invites applications for a Research Operations Manager to lead a pediatric oncology research team, overseeing regulatory, clinical, and operational aspects of the program. You will coordinate investigators, sponsors, and institutional leadership to ensure compliant, efficient, and patient-centered trials.

You will manage a diverse team of regulatory specialists, nurses, and coordinators, drive policy development, budgeting, staffing, and KPI