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Cancer Research Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

$193.75/hr

Demonstrate a commitment to our multidisciplinary integrated model of cancer care including participation in quality management and research programs. * Fully support the clinical, scholarly, and ...

$48K - $65K/yr

Overview: This position is in the Center for Childhood Cancer Research in Dr. Alex Bishop's lab ... Ability to proactively manage and drive projects. Experience: Research experience from PhD program ...

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How much do cancer research manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for cancer research manager in Ohio is $93,710.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,400.00 and $108,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a cancer research manager do?

A Cancer Research Manager oversees and coordinates cancer research projects, managing teams of scientists and clinicians to ensure studies are conducted efficiently and ethically. They are responsible for developing research protocols, securing funding, ensuring regulatory compliance, and analyzing data. In addition to administrative duties, they often collaborate with other institutions, present findings, and help translate research discoveries into clinical applications that can benefit patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cancer research manager?

To thrive as a Cancer Research Manager, you need advanced knowledge of oncology research, project management expertise, and typically a graduate degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with research protocols, clinical trial management systems, regulatory compliance, and certifications such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP) are essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help manage research teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills ensure effective oversight of complex research projects, regulatory adherence, and advancement of cancer research initiatives.

What are the main challenges a cancer research manager faces when coordinating multidisciplinary research teams?

As a Cancer Research Manager, coordinating multidisciplinary teams involves balancing diverse expertise and ensuring effective communication across various scientific domains, such as biology, clinical research, and data analysis. Challenges often include aligning different research methodologies, managing timelines, and integrating findings from multiple projects. Successful managers foster collaboration by setting clear goals, facilitating regular updates, and addressing any conflicts promptly, which helps keep research projects on track and promotes innovative solutions to complex cancer-related questions.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cancer Research jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Cancer Research jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Cancer Research Manager jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Cancer Research Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Cancer Research Manager job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $93,710 per year, or $45.1 per hour.

Clinical Research Manager

The US Oncology Network

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


US Oncology rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 109 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

379th of 895 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Overview
Position: Clinical Research Manager
Weekly Hours: 40 (full time)
SCOPE:
Responsible for ensuring at the administrative level that all research activities are coordinated with affected departments within the practice. Coaches and develops staff. Collaborates in the development of research accountability standards and identifies areas for improvement. Ensures site research quality by practicing in compliance with US Oncology Research, Inc. (USOR) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Why choose OHC?
You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC's benefits include:
  • 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from
  • 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans
  • A company 401K plan
  • Profit sharing plan for clinical employees
  • Competitive salaries
  • Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • A generous PTO plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Program
  • Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee
  • Wellness Program
  • Periodic merit raises
  • Opportunities for advancement

About the company:
OHC has served as the region's premier provider of treatments for cancer and blood disorders, offering a wide range of services and state-of-the-art treatments and technologies, as well as being nationally recognized for cutting edge clinical research breakthroughs in Southwest Ohio area for over 40 years. Serving patients close to home through our Cancer Centers of Excellence in Fairfield, West side of Cincinnati, Blue Ash, Kenwood and Eastgate in Ohio. OHC puts patients first by delivering compassionate and convenient care, tailored to meet a patient's medical and personal needs.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Supervises clinical research staff members in accordance with USOR SOP and ICH GCP guidelines. Responsible for ensuring at the administrative level that all research activities are coordinated with affected departments within the practice.
  • Coaches and develops staff. Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, assessing performance, recommending salary changes, and progressive discipline. Enforces adherence to company policies.
  • Collaborates in the development of research accountability standards, metrics, and reports and identifies areas for improvement. Collaborates with site research leader (SRL), upper management, and staff in the implementation of action plans designed to improve practice research operations and quality assurance functions.
  • Collaborates with the SRL, physicians of the practice, and other research management in the process of study selection for the research program.
  • Collaborates with SRL and upper management on the development of research budgets, financial objectives, and accrual targets.
  • May promote or market research program to the practice, community, and referring physicians.
  • May coordinate research activities with other (non-USOR) bases or sponsors.

Qualifications
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training -
  • Associates degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program preferred

Business Experience -
  • Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience or scientific related discipline required, preferably in oncology
  • Supervisory experience preferred, experience in clinical research preferred
  • If required in state of practice, current licensure as a registered (RN)
  • Current BCLS or ACLS certification for nurses
  • SoCRA or ARCP certification preferred

Specialized Knowledge/Skills -
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong ability to multitask, strong interpersonal skills
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
  • Knowledge and proficiency in all basic computer programs, Windows, Excel, etc.
  • Special knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines preferred
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology as it relates to clinical trials

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