Sr. Program Manager- Oncology Scientific Acceleration Program
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Job Location:
Memphis, TN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 94640 - 169520
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Program Manager to lead Oncology project management and scientific acceleration initiatives. This individual will play a pivotal role in leading program and project delivery advancing our clinical trial pipeline by driving cross-functional clinical development programs and ensuring operational excellence.
This role will report directly to the Director of Operations and will serve as a key leader within the department. The Senior Program Manager will lead and mentor a mid-sized team of Program Coordinators and Program Managers while collaborating extensively with faculty and internal stakeholders. This individual must demonstrate proven expertise in management program leadership project management and oncology clinical trial development.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and execution-focused leader with excellent communication skills strong cross-functional collaboration abilities and a proven ability to guide and develop teams towards successful outcomes. Experience leading complex programs and clinical trial development within a biotech pharma or CRO setting is strongly preferred. An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a related field along with a CCRP or PMP certification is highly desirable.
What You Will Do
Provide program leadership for the planning development and launch of pediatric oncology clinical trials and departmental scientific initiatives.
Provide project management leadership and guidance.
Lead mentor and develop a team of Program Coordinators and Managers fostering professional growth collaboration and accountability.
Manage program timelines budget and resource allocation to ensure project and portfolio success.
Anticipate risks and implement effective mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum.
Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive critical programs forward within scope and timeline.
Ensure that all actives comply with ICH-GCP regulatory requirements and SOPs.
Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to optimize clinical trial development and project execution.
Serve as a primary point of contact for program-level updates reporting and decision-making with departmental leadership.
Prepare and deliver program updates dashboards and presentations to track progress and ensure transparency.
Champion a culture of accountability transparency and high performance within the program team.
Design and implement processes and tools that enhance program and operational efficiency.
Guide mentor and coach junior team members to build long-term organizational capacity.
Manage a mid-sized team of program coordinators and managers and participate in all aspects of team leadership and management inclusive of performance management and staffing.
Establish processes and policies to support program goals.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
Bachelors degree required.
Masters Degree or PhD strongly preferred.
CCRP or PMP strongly preferred.
Minimum Experience:
Minimum Experience: 5 progressive years of experience in a business-facing program management role.
Significant experience in risk management issue resolution resource management and financial tracking of multiple/complex programs.
Experience leading large/complex/multiple programs with a focus on internal and external customer needs.
Proven experience in operational management and budget planning & management through diverse program teams.
Proven experience facilitating and presenting updates to leadership team.
Experience in organizational capability development within program management.
People Managers only: Experience managing a program management team.
Why Join Our Team
Be part of a noble missionhelping children defy odds discover hope and embrace a future filled with promise.
Join a passionate innovative community committed to transforming pediatric cancer care.
Grow your career with inspiring colleagues and world-class resources in the vibrant city of Memphis.
Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment dedicated to your personal and professional success.
*** Please upload a cover letter highlighting what you bring to this role. Your cover letter is a valuable way to showcase your experience leadership approach and motivation for joining St. Jude.***
Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $94640 - $169520 per year for the role of Sr. Program Manager- Oncology Scientific Acceleration Program.Explore our exceptional benefits!
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
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