Study Director, Project Leadership
Champions Oncology, Inc.
June 25, 2026
Remote
United States
Clinical Research and Development
Primary Objective:
The Study Director is the primary point of contact for client sponsors regarding scientific design, PDX tumor model selection, and project execution. Provides expertise on the Tumorgraft/PDX mouse platform for preclinical drug testing, collaborating with Business Development, Lab, and Facilities Operations to develop protocols and deliver study updates, analyses, and reports.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as scientific/technical lead in client meetings for pre-clinical PDX opportunities.
- Manage technical studies with expanded endpoints (e.g., immuno-oncology, hematological studies; ex-vivo analyses such as 2D/3D cell assays, Luminex, ELISA, flow cytometry).
- Define client scientific requirements; develop study design/protocols per IACUC guidelines.
- Recommend tumor model selection (and replacements as needed).
- Make real-time study recommendations based on incoming data.
- Review formulation documents and ensure agents/standards of care are in stock before initiation.
- Organize kickoff and protocol review meetings with clients and internal staff.
- Monitor study data; identify and communicate adverse events to sponsors timely.
- Issue lab directives based on data and protocol endpoints.
- Provide weekly updates, data analysis, and final reports.
- Perform data and statistical analyses at study completion.
- Prepare final reports with proposed next steps.
- Coordinate projects with Business Development, Operations, and other personnel.
- Resolve issues in ongoing studies; contribute to process improvements.
- Represent the company at client meetings and scientific conferences.
- Conduct periodic program reviews; align suggestions with pipeline.
- Identify new opportunities with existing clients.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Depth of scientific knowledge in preclinical research platforms.
- Molecular biology expertise (cell-based assays, ELISA, PCR, IHC); flow cytometry data analysis experience a plus.
- Knowledge of project management and oncology research; in vivo oncology models (Xenograft/PDX) required; preclinical drug development a plus.
- Strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and tact; persistent.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities with high attention to detail; frequent adaptation and accountability.
- Effective oral and written communication.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and Statistical Software such as GraphPad Prism.
Education / Experience:
- Ph.D. in chemical/biological science preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in pre-clinical research or similar role.
The Study Director is the primary point of contact for client sponsors regarding scientific design, PDX tumor model selection, and project execution. Provides expertise on the Tumorgraft/PDX mouse platform for preclinical drug testing, collaborating with Business Development, Lab, and Facilities Operations to develop protocols and deliver study updates, analyses, and reports.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as scientific/technical lead in client meetings for pre-clinical PDX opportunities.
- Manage technical studies with expanded endpoints (e.g., immuno-oncology, hematological studies; ex-vivo analyses such as 2D/3D cell assays, Luminex, ELISA, flow cytometry).
- Define client scientific requirements; develop study design/protocols per IACUC guidelines.
- Recommend tumor model selection (and replacements as needed).
- Make real-time study recommendations based on incoming data.
- Review formulation documents and ensure agents/standards of care are in stock before initiation.
- Organize kickoff and protocol review meetings with clients and internal staff.
- Monitor study data; identify and communicate adverse events to sponsors timely.
- Issue lab directives based on data and protocol endpoints.
- Provide weekly updates, data analysis, and final reports.
- Perform data and statistical analyses at study completion.
- Prepare final reports with proposed next steps.
- Coordinate projects with Business Development, Operations, and other personnel.
- Resolve issues in ongoing studies; contribute to process improvements.
- Represent the company at client meetings and scientific conferences.
- Conduct periodic program reviews; align suggestions with pipeline.
- Identify new opportunities with existing clients.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Depth of scientific knowledge in preclinical research platforms.
- Molecular biology expertise (cell-based assays, ELISA, PCR, IHC); flow cytometry data analysis experience a plus.
- Knowledge of project management and oncology research; in vivo oncology models (Xenograft/PDX) required; preclinical drug development a plus.
- Strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and tact; persistent.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities with high attention to detail; frequent adaptation and accountability.
- Effective oral and written communication.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and Statistical Software such as GraphPad Prism.
Education / Experience:
- Ph.D. in chemical/biological science preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in pre-clinical research or similar role.