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Program Manager - Head & Neck Surgery
The Surgery division at MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to advancing oncologic surgery in the nation and the world through safe, high-quality, multidisciplinary patient care, research and education. The division is made up of 10 specialized academic departments and includes surgeons, advanced practice providers, researchers and our administrative teams. We work closely with our partners across the institution, particularly those in Perioperative Services, and Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine as well as through our committees to make improvements to our operating room processes to provide even better care for our patients.
The ideal candidate will be highly-organized, comfortable with overseeing complex research studies, including collaborating across departments and with regulatory agencies. Would also have ability to manage team dynamics, be open and personable, but also capable of managing data and protocols with a high degree of specificity.
Salary range: Minimum $79,000.00 - Midpoint $99,000.00 - Maximum $119,000.00
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Research Administration
Work with department and designated faculty outside the Department to develop and write integrated research-supporting and regulatory documents for single and multi-investigator external and internal grant applications.
Facilitate in the development, preparation and coordination of comprehensive research, administrative and regulatory documents, such as but not limited to research protocols, annual progress reports for sponsors, scientific presentations, manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and review processes
Provide pre- and post-award management of project-specific assigned grant(s), contract(s), and/or programmatic grant activities. Oversee post-award research administration activities in collaboration with the GPM, including initial planning, budget preparation and justification, budget review, regulatory and compliance monitoring, and grant closeout activities.
Serve as liaison between investigators, institutional officials, and granting agency officials.
Serve as liaison between laboratory and institutional administrative offices.
Assist with developing strategies for securing funding (federal, philanthropic, or otherwise), and support the application process for that funding.
Scientific and Operational Oversight
Monitor progress of active research projects, develop and maintain comprehensive tracking systems for all active research projects and conduct regular progress assessments.
Independently perform project analyses, evaluate resources, outcomes, and obstacles to project completion, and provide scientific input and feedback and resources optimization recommendations to Principal Investigator and laboratory members on research projects.
Ensure strategic and tactical plans for research activities are developed and executed effectively and efficiently.
Orchestrate internal and external collaborations and partnership activities. Organize scientific activities such as but not limited to scientific advisory boards, planning committees, and program retreats, etc. as needed
Participate in departmental and institutional related committees/meetings as specified by the Principal Investigator.
Develop and maintain laboratory-specific standard operating procedures for research protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Independently design and implement laboratory operations and workflow optimization recommendations.
Organize and lead laboratory meetings, seminars, and scientific presentations.
Budgetary/Financial
Track and monitor Principal Investigator’s research funds and fund allocation across multiple grant projects/components and report appropriately, in collaboration with GPM and Finance Teams.
Conduct systematic budget reviews and recommend budget allocation modifications that align with research priorities and programmatic goals, in conjunction with designated Principal Investigator(s). Facilitate formal reviews and audits of departmental and external funded research projects.
Personnel Support/Development
Serve as point of contact for laboratory staff, including research associates, technicians, and students.
Mentor and train laboratory personnel on research protocols, procedures, and professional development opportunities.
Support career development of trainees and junior researchers through mentoring and guidance.
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
- Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred: Master's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: 5 years Related experience to include three years program management or 3 years Experience required with Master's degree. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
