Mr Smith will oversee the US Oncology research network, which provides research management services to oncology practices and sites throughout the nationwide US oncology network.
Mr Smith joins US Oncology from INC Research, where he was senior vice president of global oncology.
Mr Smith earned a bachelor of science degree from the US Military Academy, a master of science degree from the University of Northern Colorado and a MBA degree from Syracuse University, Whitman School of Management.
Bruce Broussard, president and CEO of US Oncology, said: “With Stephen’s background and expertise we will further our goal of enhancing patient access to the latest investigational therapies.”