Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) needs a leader to oversee the engineering and operational management of critical applications supporting clinical research, aiming to advance oncology treatments and improve patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Proficiency in software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps) and experience in integrating various systems and applications to streamline clinical operations.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for scalable and secure data storage and processing
- Extensive knowledge of advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts
- In-depth understanding of clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and industry trends
- Familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce, SAP, Veeva, Vestigo, and EHR systems.
- Expertise in system interoperability and data exchange across clinical platforms.
Responsibilities
- Lead the full lifecycle of application engineering across overhead, CRO, and SMO systems, including implementation, configuration, performance tuning, and integration.
- Manage system engineers and foster a high-performing team culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Oversee release management, testing, and validation processes to ensure stable and secure deployments.
- Collaborate with Finance, Quality, Clinical Operations, and external CRO/SMO partners to ensure systems meet evolving business and regulatory requirements.
- Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives to replace manual processes with scalable, efficient solutions.
- Ensure data integrity, user access controls, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Monitor system performance and proactively implement enhancements to improve reliability and scalability.
Other
- 12+ years of experience in clinical research or related fields, with a focus on application engineering and system support.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and change leadership
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams
