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Principal Consultant, Clinical Research Strategy and Operations

Attain Partners
Location
United States - Remote
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Attain Research
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in cancer center administration, clinical research operations, healthcare consulting, or a closely related field.
  • Significant leadership experience within an academic, NCI-designated, comprehensive, or similarly complex cancer center.
  • Prior experience in a role such as cancer center executive director, chief administrative officer, deputy director, associate director for administration, chief operating officer, clinical research executive, or comparable leadership position.
  • Established relationships with senior cancer center leaders and demonstrated engagement in relevant professional networks.
  • Deep understanding of the strategic, operational, financial, and organizational challenges facing cancer centers.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop executive relationships and convert organizational needs into funded initiatives or consulting engagements.
Nice to have
  • Active participation or leadership in organizations such as the Association of American Cancer Institutes, Association of Cancer Center Administrators, Association of Cancer Care Centers, or related cancer center leadership networks.
  • Advanced degree in healthcare administration, business administration, public health, research administration, science, medicine, or a related field.
What the job really is

The Principal Consultant will lead the growth of Attain Partners' clinical consulting practice, focusing on academic and comprehensive cancer centers. Responsibilities include developing client relationships, delivering consulting services, and leading business development efforts. The role requires engaging with senior cancer center leaders to address operational challenges and improve clinical research operations, while also mentoring team members and contributing to thought leadership.

Benefits
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage, HSA and FSA accounts, life and disability insurance, fertility and family planning benefits, and employee assistance and discount programs.
  • 11 paid federal holidays and flexible unlimited time off (UTO).
  • Generous 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.
  • Flexible career paths – our career tracks provide advancement, mobility, and flexibility as you continue to grow with us.
  • A healthy environment where we value unique experiences, and care about everything that makes you, you.
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on the types of projects or methodologies used in consulting engagements.
  • The role requires travel up to 20%, which may not suit all candidates.
  • The salary range is broad and dependent on individual qualifications, which may lead to variability in compensation expectations.
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