Senior Program Manager

Position Introduction:

Help Shape the Future of Cancer Research

At Stephenson Cancer Center we are driven by one mission: advancing groundbreaking discoveries into life-changing treatments for patients. As Oklahomas only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center we bring together world-class researchers clinicians and innovators dedicated to transforming cancer care through cutting-edge clinical and translational research.

We are seeking a strategic collaborative and highly motivated Senior Program Manager to join our Translational Research this impactful role you will serve as a key partner to investigators and research leaders helping drive the development implementation and administration of programs that accelerate scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes.

Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Translational Research the Senior Program Manager will play a pivotal role in coordinating complex research initiatives supporting grant and regulatory processes developing research support systems and guiding investigators through cancer center resources and research requirements.

What Youll Do

As a Senior Program Manager you will:

• Lead strategic program development implementation and continuous improvement efforts supporting clinical and translational research activities.
• Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary research projects across investigators research staff and institutional partners.
• Support preparation and management of grant-related documentation reports and research administration activities.
• Develop and maintain systems workflows and processes that enhance research efficiency and compliance.
• Facilitate coordination of Protocol Review and Monitoring Committee (PRMC) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes.
• Monitor project timelines milestones deliverables and regulatory requirements to ensure successful program execution.
• Serve as a trusted resource for investigators helping them navigate institutional research requirements policies and cancer center resources.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen research infrastructure and promote program growth.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and streamline research support services.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that advance the cancer centers translational research mission.

Why Stephenson Cancer Center

When you join Stephenson Cancer Center you become part of a nationally recognized team dedicated to improving the lives of patients through innovative research and exceptional care. Youll work alongside distinguished scientists and clinicians while contributing to programs that directly impact the future of cancer treatment.

Make an Impact

If youre passionate about advancing translational research building collaborative programs and helping researchers bring discoveries from bench to bedside we invite you to apply and help shape the future of cancer care at Stephenson Cancer Center.

Join us in accelerating discoveries. Inspiring innovation. Transforming lives.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Masters degree.
• 36 months of program administration or related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 72 months of related experience in lieu of the Masters degree for a total of 108 months of related experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid Drivers License

Department Preferences:

• PhD in Biological Sciences Oncology Computational Science or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting clinical and translational research programs within an academic medical center cancer center or research institution.
• Familiarity with grant development and administration.
• Experience working with IRB PRMC protocol development and regulatory documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop research infrastructure operational systems and investigator support programs.