Remote Oncology Specialist Jobs
Remote oncology specialist jobs are open across the U.S. in pharmaceutical, biotech, health tech, and clinical research sectors, at companies ranging from early-stage oncology startups to large distributed healthcare organizations. Employers hiring remotely right now include Natera, Puma Biotechnology, and NeoGenomics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist (HSC 3) DOH8983
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State of Washington
Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist (HSC 3) DOH8983
Washington State
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Clinical Oncology Specialist
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Natera
Clinical Oncology Specialist
Shreveport, Louisiana
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Engagement Specialist II - Oncology
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Helios Clinical Research
Engagement Specialist II - Oncology
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Lead Oncology Data Specialist
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Providence Swedish
Lead Oncology Data Specialist
Seattle, Washington
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Oncology Data Specialist
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Oncology Data Specialist
Seattle, Washington
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Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist (HSC 3) DOH8983
State of Washington·Washington State
Job functions:
$5,376 - $7,224/yr
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Description
Health Services Consultant 3 (HSC 3)
Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist
Prevention and Community Health – Cancer Prevention and Control
This recruitment has been reposted to invite additional applicants to apply. Candidates who previously submitted an application do not need to submit again and are under review.
This home-based (remote), full-time, permanent position is open to Washington residents and those living in Oregon and Idaho only.
The Opportunity
The Washington State Cancer Registry (WSCR), within the Community Based Prevention Section of the Office of Healthy Communities, provides critical cancer data used to understand health outcomes and inform public health policy and prevention efforts across Washington State. WSCR gathers, analyzes, interprets, and reports cancer and related health data while supporting efforts to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of public health programs.
The Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and quality of cancer registry data. Reporting to the Registry Manager, this position coordinates quality assurance, education, and training activities for WSCR and serves as a subject matter expert on oncology data requirements and changes to cancer data collection standards. The position applies critical thinking and detailed data analysis to identify trends and deficiencies, support corrective action, and ensure registry practices align with national standards and expectations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Quality Assurance & Data Accuracy
- Coordinate quality assurance activities, including case consolidation, quality checks, and edit error processing, to ensure WSCR data is accurate and complete.
- Analyze data to identify trends and deficiencies and support compliance with national cancer registry standards and requirements.
Oncology Data & Registry Expertise
- Serve as a subject matter expert on oncology data requirements and cancer registry practices.
- Monitor changes to registry standards and data requirements and apply expertise to resolve complex data quality issues and communicate updates to the team.
Education & Training
- Identify training needs and develop and provide education, training, and mentoring based on quality assurance findings and changes in registry requirements.
- Develop resources that promote consistent data collection practices and understanding of registry standards.
Registry Operations & Team Support
- Perform cancer case abstraction and provide technical assistance and guidance on registry data quality and requirements.
- Collaborate with the Registry Manager and WSCR team to address quality concerns, implement improvements, and support other registry activities as needed.
Why You’ll Love This Role
This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public health by helping ensure Washington’s cancer data is accurate, complete, and reliable. The Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator works alongside a knowledgeable registry team and contributes expertise that supports data quality, cancer surveillance, and informed public health decision-making. The position also provides opportunities to stay current with evolving national cancer registry standards, strengthen oncology data expertise, and support the professional development of others through education and training.
Required Qualifications
There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities.
Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: At least 5 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.
Option 2: Oncology Data Specialist Certification and at least 3 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience
- Experience utilizing the STORE manual, Solid Tumor Rules, ICD-O-3, Hematopoietic Database & Manual, SEER Summary Stage, EOD coding instructions, AJCC Staging Manual, and NCCN Guidelines, evidenced by direct application in prior abstracting/QA work.
- Demonstrated experience applying cancer coding schemas/formats issued by a national standard setter (NAACCR, NPCR, AJCC, COC, or SEER).
- Demonstrated experience conducting quality reviews of cancer case abstracts and providing corrective feedback to abstracting staff.
- Demonstrated experience developing or delivering technical training/education programs in a cancer registry or comparable clinical data setting.
Preferred Qualifications
While these aren’t required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.
- Experience developing and/or presenting educational and training materials on cancer registry topics.
- Two years of professional experience coordinating activities in a health services program.
- Knowledge and experience with electronic reporting methods and systems.
Employee Benefits
We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family’s health, financial security, and work-life balance. You’ll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you’re living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage. Join us and enjoy benefits designed to care for you as much as you care about public health. Learn more about DOH benefits and see how we support your life at work and beyond by visiting Work@Health.
About the Washington State Department of Health
We're nearly 2,700 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.
At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Our work depends on people who take action to learn and grow and who take action to meet the needs of others every day, in service of a healthier Washington. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by visiting our website.
Working Conditions:
The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Setting:
- This position may work from home, a DOH facility, or remotely from an alternate location.
- The official duty station for this position is home-based. If onsite work is requested by the supervisor, the request will be planned and communicated in advance.
Schedule:
- Standard DOH business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, an alternate or flexible work schedule may be considered at the employee's request, subject to supervisory approval.
Travel Requirements:
- Regular or infrequent travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences; meet with customers, provide in-person training, conduct community outreach, etc. Locations for travel include local health offices, community-based organizations, conference venues, contractor offices, Universities, event centers, and other locations necessary for job functions, etc.
- When traveling for work, the position may require traveling alone or with another employee for multiple days and nights in or out of state.
- When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.
Tools and Equipment:
- This position requires reliable access to an internet connection sufficient to perform all job duties remotely.
- This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, fax machine, and/or copy machine.
Customer Interactions:
- Daily contact with office-level managers and staff.
- The position regularly requires engaging with customers in a variety of settings agency staff, agency managers, agency supervisors, external partners, professional associations.
Other:
- This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
- Ability to take action to learn and grow
- Ability to take action to meet the needs of others
- The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
- This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.
Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references, directly in your Applicant Profile or as a separate attachment, including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable).
DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.
Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference DOH8983.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
State of Washington
Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist (HSC 3) DOH8983
Washington State
Added 2d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$5,376 - $7,224/yr
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
Job Description
Description
Health Services Consultant 3 (HSC 3)
Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist
Prevention and Community Health – Cancer Prevention and Control
This recruitment has been reposted to invite additional applicants to apply. Candidates who previously submitted an application do not need to submit again and are under review.
This home-based (remote), full-time, permanent position is open to Washington residents and those living in Oregon and Idaho only.
The Opportunity
The Washington State Cancer Registry (WSCR), within the Community Based Prevention Section of the Office of Healthy Communities, provides critical cancer data used to understand health outcomes and inform public health policy and prevention efforts across Washington State. WSCR gathers, analyzes, interprets, and reports cancer and related health data while supporting efforts to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of public health programs.
The Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and quality of cancer registry data. Reporting to the Registry Manager, this position coordinates quality assurance, education, and training activities for WSCR and serves as a subject matter expert on oncology data requirements and changes to cancer data collection standards. The position applies critical thinking and detailed data analysis to identify trends and deficiencies, support corrective action, and ensure registry practices align with national standards and expectations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Quality Assurance & Data Accuracy
- Coordinate quality assurance activities, including case consolidation, quality checks, and edit error processing, to ensure WSCR data is accurate and complete.
- Analyze data to identify trends and deficiencies and support compliance with national cancer registry standards and requirements.
Oncology Data & Registry Expertise
- Serve as a subject matter expert on oncology data requirements and cancer registry practices.
- Monitor changes to registry standards and data requirements and apply expertise to resolve complex data quality issues and communicate updates to the team.
Education & Training
- Identify training needs and develop and provide education, training, and mentoring based on quality assurance findings and changes in registry requirements.
- Develop resources that promote consistent data collection practices and understanding of registry standards.
Registry Operations & Team Support
- Perform cancer case abstraction and provide technical assistance and guidance on registry data quality and requirements.
- Collaborate with the Registry Manager and WSCR team to address quality concerns, implement improvements, and support other registry activities as needed.
Why You’ll Love This Role
This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public health by helping ensure Washington’s cancer data is accurate, complete, and reliable. The Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator works alongside a knowledgeable registry team and contributes expertise that supports data quality, cancer surveillance, and informed public health decision-making. The position also provides opportunities to stay current with evolving national cancer registry standards, strengthen oncology data expertise, and support the professional development of others through education and training.
Required Qualifications
There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities.
Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: At least 5 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.
Option 2: Oncology Data Specialist Certification and at least 3 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience
- Experience utilizing the STORE manual, Solid Tumor Rules, ICD-O-3, Hematopoietic Database & Manual, SEER Summary Stage, EOD coding instructions, AJCC Staging Manual, and NCCN Guidelines, evidenced by direct application in prior abstracting/QA work.
- Demonstrated experience applying cancer coding schemas/formats issued by a national standard setter (NAACCR, NPCR, AJCC, COC, or SEER).
- Demonstrated experience conducting quality reviews of cancer case abstracts and providing corrective feedback to abstracting staff.
- Demonstrated experience developing or delivering technical training/education programs in a cancer registry or comparable clinical data setting.
Preferred Qualifications
While these aren’t required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.
- Experience developing and/or presenting educational and training materials on cancer registry topics.
- Two years of professional experience coordinating activities in a health services program.
- Knowledge and experience with electronic reporting methods and systems.
Employee Benefits
We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family’s health, financial security, and work-life balance. You’ll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you’re living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage. Join us and enjoy benefits designed to care for you as much as you care about public health. Learn more about DOH benefits and see how we support your life at work and beyond by visiting Work@Health.
About the Washington State Department of Health
We're nearly 2,700 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.
At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Our work depends on people who take action to learn and grow and who take action to meet the needs of others every day, in service of a healthier Washington. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by visiting our website.
Working Conditions:
The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Setting:
- This position may work from home, a DOH facility, or remotely from an alternate location.
- The official duty station for this position is home-based. If onsite work is requested by the supervisor, the request will be planned and communicated in advance.
Schedule:
- Standard DOH business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, an alternate or flexible work schedule may be considered at the employee's request, subject to supervisory approval.
Travel Requirements:
- Regular or infrequent travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences; meet with customers, provide in-person training, conduct community outreach, etc. Locations for travel include local health offices, community-based organizations, conference venues, contractor offices, Universities, event centers, and other locations necessary for job functions, etc.
- When traveling for work, the position may require traveling alone or with another employee for multiple days and nights in or out of state.
- When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.
Tools and Equipment:
- This position requires reliable access to an internet connection sufficient to perform all job duties remotely.
- This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, fax machine, and/or copy machine.
Customer Interactions:
- Daily contact with office-level managers and staff.
- The position regularly requires engaging with customers in a variety of settings agency staff, agency managers, agency supervisors, external partners, professional associations.
Other:
- This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
- Ability to take action to learn and grow
- Ability to take action to meet the needs of others
- The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
- This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.
Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references, directly in your Applicant Profile or as a separate attachment, including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable).
DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.
Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference DOH8983.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
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Who's Hiring
- Natera12
- Puma Biotechnology4
- NeoGenomics2
- Emory University2
- Providence Swedish2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote oncology specialist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with board certification or eligibility in oncology or a related subspecialty
- Completion of an accredited oncology fellowship in medical, surgical, or radiation oncology
- State medical licensure in the state where the position is located
- Experience managing patients through chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy protocols
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong background in multidisciplinary tumor board participation and care coordination
Tips for Your Remote Oncology Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote oncology specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check regularly and apply directly to roles that match your background before postings fill, since remote positions in specialty medicine attract applicants quickly.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote oncology employers care about how you document and communicate without in-person cues. Lead your cover letter and application materials with examples of written clinical summaries, case notes, or protocol reviews you've produced independently, because those signal you'll function well on a distributed team.
Highlight remote-ready oncology tools you know
Familiarity with platforms used in decentralized clinical work, such as electronic health record systems, remote patient monitoring tools, or oncology-specific case management software, signals to hiring managers that you can contribute without a ramp-up period in a fully distributed environment.
Prepare for structured remote interview formats
Many oncology employers conduct remote interviews using structured competency questions around clinical judgment and independent decision-making. Practice articulating your reasoning on complex tumor presentations or treatment pathway decisions clearly and concisely, since your verbal communication carries the full weight of the impression you make.
Remote Oncology Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote oncology specialist job?
Target companies that have already built distributed clinical or medical affairs teams, including biotech firms, oncology-focused pharma companies, and health tech platforms. Remote employers screen for self-direction, precise written communication, and the ability to manage complex case reviews without in-person support. Strong documentation habits, experience with async collaboration tools, and a background in tumor board coordination or protocol review give candidates a clear edge over applicants who've only worked in clinic settings.
Which companies hire remote oncology specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote oncology specialists include Natera, Puma Biotechnology, and NeoGenomics, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote roles in this specialty tend to cluster at pharmaceutical companies running decentralized trials, health tech platforms, and oncology-focused managed care organizations with distributed medical affairs teams.
Can you get a remote oncology specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Health tech companies and clinical decision support platforms occasionally hire oncology specialists at the junior level for protocol review or medical content roles. Candidates who can show oncology-relevant coursework, case study work, or a portfolio of clinical documentation tend to get the most traction with remote-first employers.
Do you need a degree for remote oncology specialist jobs?
Usually, yes, because most remote oncology specialist roles require a clinical background, medical or nursing credentials, or an advanced degree in a related science. That said, some health tech and pharmaceutical education companies weigh demonstrated oncology knowledge, published work, or hands-on protocol experience alongside formal credentials, particularly for medical affairs, content, or clinical educator roles where practical expertise is the primary qualifier.
Which industries hire the most remote oncology specialists?
The sectors hiring the most remote oncology specialists are Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These industries lean on distributed oncology specialists to support decentralized clinical programs, digital health platforms, and medical affairs functions that don't require a fixed physical location.
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