Genitourinary (GU) Physician Investigator (PI) - Myrtle Beach

About the role

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. We are seeking a Genitourinary (GU) Physician Investigator (PI) based in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee early and late phase GU clinical trials by providing medical direction and comprehensive medical reviews of protocols in conformance with the investigational plan and good clinical practice.
• Collaborate with healthcare provider disciplines such as urologic oncologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine radiologists, pathologists, and medical oncology physicians to drive growth through strategic partnerships.
• 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 clients.
• 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.
• Work collaboratively with START Co-Investigator physicians and across the START Network.

Requirements

• M.D. or equivalent degree.
• Board certified in Medical Oncology or Urology.
• Qualified for relevant US State Medical Licensing.
• Experience with clinical trials, with a strong interest in drug development and publications.
• 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 working in a collaborative / team-oriented environment.
• Strong leadership skills with an entrepreneurial mindset encompassing an aggressive approach to growth and expansion.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills.
• Collaborative skills.
• Expertise in clinical trials.
• Good clinical practice knowledge.
• Communication and publication skills.

Benefits

Travel expectations of at least 15% of time. Potential applicants should directly contact Mary Vidovich (Mary.Vidovich@startresearch.com) or Chris H. Takimoto, MD, PhD (chris.takimoto@startresearch.com) at START Research.

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate clinical trial needs.