Director, Precision Medicine (Oncology)

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. Role Summary The Precision Medicine Director is a senior-level leader responsible for the design, execution, and scaling of precision medicine programs across The US Oncology Network. This role focuses on integrating analytics, clinical strategy, technology, and operational workflows to enable high-quality, data-driven patient care. This position requires strong program ownership, cross-functional execution, and the ability to translate complex clinical and analytics insights into scalable, operationalized solutions that improve testing adoption, workflow efficiency, and patient outcomes. As a senior leader, the Precision Medicine Director is accountable for end-to-end program development and execution—from concept through pilot, implementation, and scale. The role requires the ability to lead multi-phase, cross-functional initiatives and deliver measurable clinical, operational, and financial outcomes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong collaboration skills, executive communication capabilities, and the ability to independently manage complex initiatives in a dynamic and evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Program Strategy & Execution Lead the design, launch, and scaling of precision medicine programs aligned to enterprise and network priorities Own the full program lifecycle, including concept development, pilot design, implementation, measurement, and scale Deliver measurable outcomes tied to adoption, quality, and performance improvement Analytics & Data-Driven Program Development Define, validate, and operationalize precision medicine KPIs, datasets, and dashboards Serve as a subject matter expert to ensure clinical accuracy of analytics, including value-based care measures and external research initiatives Translate analytics insights into actionable strategies that drive provider behavior, testing adoption, and clinical decision-making Vendor & Lab Strategy Execution Execute structured vendor performance management processes, including biannual business reviews Define and standardize performance metrics across laboratory partners Synthesize vendor insights to inform testing strategy, contracting decisions, and practice engagement approaches Partner with cross-functional teams to align lab strategy, testing pathways, and data integration priorities Workflow Design & Practice Implementation Document and standardize end-to-end precision medicine workflows (diagnosis through treatment) Conduct practice-level assessments to identify workflow gaps, variation, and opportunities for improvement Develop and deploy scalable workflow playbooks and best practice models Support practice adoption and optimization of precision medicine workflows Program Pilots & Innovation Design and execute pilot programs, including workflow optimization pilots, and new service delivery models Coordinate cross-functional dependencies across legal, IT, procurement, and external partners Define success metrics for pilots and evaluate outcomes to inform decisions on scale and broader deployment Clinical Standardization & Test Strategy Support development and deployment of precision medicine test compendia and testing pathways Partner with clinical leaders and governance bodies to define evidence-based, operationally feasible testing strategies Align clinical guidelines with operational workflows and technology capabilities Education, Adoption & Practice Enablement Develop and deploy precision medicine education programs, including onboarding resources, toolkits, and learning materials Ensure education efforts are aligned to measurable outcomes, including increased testing rates and workflow adoption Track utilization and effectiveness of education resources and refine content based on engagement and impact Practice Engagement & Support Provide structured support to practices, including intake, tracking, and analysis of precision medicine-related requests Identify recurring themes, gaps, and opportunities from practice engagement Translate practice-level insights into program improvements and enterprise priorities Serve as a key interface between practices and the central precision medicine program Governance & Advisory Leadership Support and operationalize precision medicine governance structures Facilitate cross-functional discussions and drive alignment on strategic and operational decisions Ensure transparency, accountability, and follow-through on key initiatives Technology Evaluation & Implementation Evaluate and recommend precision medicine technologies, tools, and vendors aligned with enterprise strategy Partner with IT, analytics, and operational teams to prioritize and implement high-impact solutions Ensure solutions are scalable, practical, and aligned with clinical and operational needs Minimum Requirement Degree or equivalent experience. Typically requires 12+ years of professional experience and 4+ years of management experience. Education Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field required Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MBA) preferred Critical Skills Significant experience in oncology, precision medicine, healthcare analytics, or related fields Demonstrated experience designing and executing complex, cross-functional programs Proven track record of translating strategy into measurable outcomes Additional Knowledge & Skills Strong strategic thinking combined with operational execution capability Ability to translate clinical, data, and operational insights into scalable programs Deep knowledge of precision medicine, biomarker testing, and targeted therapy landscape Experience with analytics, dashboards, or performance measurement frameworks Ability to influence and communicate effectively with clinical, operational, and executive stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups Travel Requirements Travel up to 25% to support practice engagement and program implementation We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here. Our Base Pay Range for this position $145,700 - $242,900 McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. 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