Principal Cancer Research Analyst (Apply in minutes) at MCKESSON Memphis, TN
MCKESSON · Memphis, TN
FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 17, 2026
Job Description
Principal Cancer Research Analyst (Apply in minutes) job at MCKESSON. Memphis, TN.
• *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.
Support Research Operations from a financial point-of-view with accurate
analyses, effective reporting, financial processes such as budgeting and
forecasting, and insightful financial advice.
• *Duties and Responsibilities:**
_Duties include but are not limited to:_
• Developing departmental budgets along with appropriate variances analyses using historical data and insightful prediction techniques to propose recommendations
• Analyzing variances to standard and detecting root causes
• Analyzing historical trends and interpreting them toward predicting future performance based on cause-and-effect relationships
• Developing forecasting models including appropriate variance analyses using historical data and insightful prediction techniques to propose recommendations
• Preparing the Monthly Operating Report for executive management supported by the appropriate data and variance analysis complete with root cause research
• Developing business plans for new ventures, partnerships, and other business relationships providing rationale and justification for positions taken
• Interpreting contract language and independently building financial models that conform to agreement details including what-if models
• Completing financial analyses that accurately reflect business health including contribution margin, EBITDA, ROI etc. along with full explanation and interpretation of results
• Designing reports that communicate performance, identify issues, and contribute to better management decisions including the identification and exploitation of best practices
• Developing profitability analyses for business segments, studies, sponsors, lines of business, etc. using insightful, cost-driver based processes
• Monitoring performance to metrics, explaining variances, and offering ideas for performance improvements
• Analyzing staffing requirements based on activity drivers, monitoring trends, tracking variances, and developing projections with predictive insight
• Initiating and leading process improvement initiatives inside the department as well as cross functionally
• Extracting appropriate data from supporting systems and preparing ad hoc analyses and reports that serve to inform management and improve operations
• Supporting assigned business lines with insightful financial advice based on thorough analyses
• *Mandatory: The following are mandatory expectations of all SCRI employees.**
• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement.”
• During your employment with SCRI, you will be routinely assigned training requirements. You are expected to complete any training assignments by the due date.
• *Minimum Qualifications:**
• Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience as a financial analyst
• Experience with business models and performance metrics related to healthcare or clinical research
• Advanced knowledge of financial and accounting concepts
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint user
• A Power user of software applications in extracting and analyzing data
• Self-directed problem solver showing individual initiative with strong work ethic
• Experienced in presenting effectively and convincingly
• Naturally curious regarding cause and effect, developing models as a result
• Able to analyze data and drawing insightful inferences from them
• A professional communicator orally and in writing
• *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 750 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 today. SCRI’s research network brings together
more than 1,300 physicians who are actively enrolling patients into clinical
trials at more than 250 locations in 24 states across the U.S. Please [click
here]( to learn more about
our research offerings.
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. For more information regarding benefits through our parent
company, McKesson, please [click
here](
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.
_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._
• *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.
Support Research Operations from a financial point-of-view with accurate
analyses, effective reporting, financial processes such as budgeting and
forecasting, and insightful financial advice.
• *Duties and Responsibilities:**
_Duties include but are not limited to:_
• Developing departmental budgets along with appropriate variances analyses using historical data and insightful prediction techniques to propose recommendations
• Analyzing variances to standard and detecting root causes
• Analyzing historical trends and interpreting them toward predicting future performance based on cause-and-effect relationships
• Developing forecasting models including appropriate variance analyses using historical data and insightful prediction techniques to propose recommendations
• Preparing the Monthly Operating Report for executive management supported by the appropriate data and variance analysis complete with root cause research
• Developing business plans for new ventures, partnerships, and other business relationships providing rationale and justification for positions taken
• Interpreting contract language and independently building financial models that conform to agreement details including what-if models
• Completing financial analyses that accurately reflect business health including contribution margin, EBITDA, ROI etc. along with full explanation and interpretation of results
• Designing reports that communicate performance, identify issues, and contribute to better management decisions including the identification and exploitation of best practices
• Developing profitability analyses for business segments, studies, sponsors, lines of business, etc. using insightful, cost-driver based processes
• Monitoring performance to metrics, explaining variances, and offering ideas for performance improvements
• Analyzing staffing requirements based on activity drivers, monitoring trends, tracking variances, and developing projections with predictive insight
• Initiating and leading process improvement initiatives inside the department as well as cross functionally
• Extracting appropriate data from supporting systems and preparing ad hoc analyses and reports that serve to inform management and improve operations
• Supporting assigned business lines with insightful financial advice based on thorough analyses
• *Mandatory: The following are mandatory expectations of all SCRI employees.**
• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement.”
• During your employment with SCRI, you will be routinely assigned training requirements. You are expected to complete any training assignments by the due date.
• *Minimum Qualifications:**
• Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience as a financial analyst
• Experience with business models and performance metrics related to healthcare or clinical research
• Advanced knowledge of financial and accounting concepts
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint user
• A Power user of software applications in extracting and analyzing data
• Self-directed problem solver showing individual initiative with strong work ethic
• Experienced in presenting effectively and convincingly
• Naturally curious regarding cause and effect, developing models as a result
• Able to analyze data and drawing insightful inferences from them
• A professional communicator orally and in writing
• *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 750 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 today. SCRI’s research network brings together
more than 1,300 physicians who are actively enrolling patients into clinical
trials at more than 250 locations in 24 states across the U.S. Please [click
here]( to learn more about
our research offerings.
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. For more information regarding benefits through our parent
company, McKesson, please [click
here](
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.
_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._
Benefits
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Memphis
- State
- Tennessee
- Country
- US
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