IT Project Manager

Sarah Cannon Research Institute
TN, US
Posted May 22, 2026

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community\-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission\-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting\-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

The IT Project Manager is responsible for leading medium to large\-scale, cross\-functional technology initiatives that deliver meaningful business value. This role partners closely with stakeholders across IT and Business Operations to define scope, schedule, and budget, and successfully drive projects from initiation through deployment.

This role is focused on execution and delivery of defined initiatives, with opportunities to take on increasing complexity and strategic ownership over time.

Duties \& Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Leads end\-to\-end delivery of IT projects across the full project lifecycle (initiation through deployment and handoff)
  • Manages projects of moderate to high complexity, visibility, and cross\-functional impact
  • Partners with stakeholders to define scope, timelines, success metrics, and business outcomes
  • Develops and maintains detailed project plans, milestones, and integrated delivery schedules
  • Proactively manages risks, issues, and dependencies; escalates as appropriate
  • Ensures projects are delivered within agreed upon time, cost, and quality parameters
  • Maintains clear, consistent communication across technical and non\-technical stakeholders
  • Supports financial tracking, resource planning, and budget reconciliation
  • Creates and maintains key project artifacts (status reports, dashboards, documentation)
  • Facilitates cross\-functional meetings, working sessions, and project governance forums
  • Contributes to process improvement efforts and adoption of project management best practices
  • May provide guidance or mentorship to junior team members or project contributors
  • Scope \& Impact:

  • Accountable for one or more concurrent IT initiatives
  • Works within defined frameworks but exercises independent judgment in execution
  • Partners with senior project managers or leadership on more complex initiatives
  • Focused on delivering clearly defined business outcomes rather than shaping enterprise strategy
  • Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
  • 3\+ years of experience in IT, project management, or related field
  • Experience managing projects end\-to\-end in a cross\-functional environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a healthcare or regulated environment
  • PMP certification (or in progress)
  • Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodology experience
  • Experience supporting application development, system implementations, or operational initiatives
  • Core Competencies:

    Knowledge:

  • Project management fundamentals and methodologies
  • Information technology concepts and systems
  • Stakeholder and business operations alignment
  • Skills:

  • Communication and stakeholder management
  • Organization and execution
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Risk and issue management
  • Project financial tracking
  • Abilities:

  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast\-paced environment
  • Comfortable working in a matrixed organization
  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver projects with increasing levels of complexity

*This is a remote position based in the United States. Relocation and visa sponsorship are not available.*

Interested candidates should submit their application through https://www.scri.com/careers/ . Applications will be accepted through May 29th, 2026\. Please ensure all required materials are included as outlined in the posting.

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community\-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first\-in\-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20\+ states across the U.S.

We care about the well\-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well\-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long\-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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