Physician Director, Oncology Research for Riverside Medical Group in Newport News, Virginia
About The Position
Riverside Medical Group is seeking an Physician Director, Oncology Research for Riverside Medical Group in Newport News, Virginia. This role involves fostering a culture of clinical research, leading the development and expansion of clinical research infrastructure, and building a robust portfolio of oncology studies. The position requires collaboration with UVA Health and Riverside leadership to open and promote NCI and industry-sponsored clinical trials locally, mentoring practitioners in clinical trial development, and overseeing the protocol feasibility review process. The successful candidate will safeguard the medical care, rights, and welfare of all clinical trial participants and ensure data integrity. This role is part of a strategic alliance between Riverside Health and UVA Health to expand patient access to advanced care and cutting-edge clinical trials. The Physician Director will oversee the development and management of a robust oncology clinical trials program across the Riverside Cancer Care Network, balancing clinical care (60%) with research leadership (40%).
Requirements
- Medical Degree: MD or DO, board-certified in Hematology and Oncology.
- Clinical Experience: 10+ years in oncology practice.
- Research Leadership: 7+ years of experience leading oncology clinical trials in academic or large community-based settings (community-based experience preferred).
- Proven Track Record: Successful development and expansion of oncology clinical trial programs.
- Increased physician engagement and trial accruals.
- Cultural transformation to integrate research into clinical care.
- Experience as a Principal Investigator and support of other investigators.
- Participation in NCI National Clinical Trial Network (NCTN); NCORP experience is a plus.
- Strong background in industry-sponsored trials.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Strong relationship management across departments and institutions.
- Eligible for or currently holds a valid Virginia Medical License.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and Oncology.
- Possesses or is eligible for a valid DEA license.
Nice To Haves
- NCORP experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Foster a culture of clinical research across the Newport News oncology practice and all seven hematology/oncology practices.
- Lead the development and expansion of clinical research infrastructure to support strategic research goals.
- Build a robust portfolio of oncology studies, including Riverside-led and collaborative studies with the Riverside and UVA Health Research Collaborative, tailored to regional patient needs and with high accrual potential.
- Collaborate with UVA Health and Riverside leadership to open and promote NCI and industry-sponsored clinical trials locally.
- Mentor practitioners in clinical trial development and encourage physician, APP, pharmacist, and nursing-initiated studies.
- Evaluate and select studies based on feasibility, potential for high accrual, and cost-effectiveness, in coordination with the UVA Health Director of Research.
- Oversee the protocol feasibility review process and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Ensure timely completion of physician training and regulatory documentation, in collaboration with clinical trial staff and heme/onc leadership.
- Safeguard the medical care, rights, and welfare of all clinical trial participants, working closely with the AVP of Oncology and clinical trial teams.
- Ensure data integrity and co-lead sponsor site visits with the PI and research team.
- Develop systems to increase awareness of clinical trials among physicians, clinical teams, and patients, and explore UVA technology for patient-trial matching.
Benefits
- Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
