Program Manager – Division of Survivorship
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Summary
The Program Manager for the Division of Survivorship focuses on one or more specific scientific endeavors of laboratory or clinical based research. Utilizes unique, advanced skills in clinical or population science-based methodology to achieve the highest research goals. Develops and/or implements research procedures and publishes research results. Initiates and conducts independent research without direct supervision. Assists with the planning and management of large, multidisciplinary research operations, projects, and/or programs. This position reports to the Director of the Division of Survivorship.
Job description
Position Overview
The Program Manager for the Division of Survivorship focuses on one or more specific scientific endeavors of laboratory or clinical based research. Utilizes unique, advanced skills in clinical or population science-based methodology to achieve the highest research goals. Develops and/or implements research procedures and publishes research results. Initiates and conducts independent research without direct supervision. Assists with the planning and management of large, multidisciplinary research operations, projects, and/or programs. This position reports to the Director of the Division of Survivorship.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct collaborative and independent research under the supervision of the director, including design, implementation, and publication.
- Support research activities (e.g., experimental design review; identification of appropriate research procedures/methodologies; database development and management; research compliance activities; protocol oversight or adaptation).
- Assist with the management of research operations.
- Support execution of multiple concurrent studies, projects, and/or programs.
- Coordinate, finalize, or draft materials for engagement with study participants and related outcomes (e.g., interviewer scripts, informed consent, data entry, procurement of medical records or specimens).
- Facilitate communication with co-investigators to promote efficient conduct of research.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Education and/or Training
Bachelor's degree required. MD, MD/PhD, DO, or PhD degree preferred.
Minimum Experience
- 4+ years experience in program management and delivery.
- Experience designing and managing programs with focus on customer needs.
- Experience in program budget tracking, reporting and risk management.
- Proven experience engaging with senior leaders to facilitate decision making.
- Experience providing guidance and mentorship within program management team.
- Some experience driving continuous program improvement projects.
Ideal Candidate
Experience in clinical research, population science, decision science, or a related scientific field is strongly preferred. Experience with protocol development, study conduct, data analysis, and scientific writing. Demonstrated ability to support and coordinate multiple research studies, projects, or programs. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with investigators and multidisciplinary research teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- MD, MD/PhD, DO, or PhD degree preferred
- 4+ years experience in program management and delivery
- Experience designing and managing programs with focus on customer needs
- Experience in program budget tracking, reporting and risk management
- Proven experience engaging with senior leaders to facilitate decision making
- Experience providing guidance and mentorship within program management team
- Some experience driving continuous program improvement projects
- Experience in clinical research, population science, decision science, or a related scientific field strongly preferred
- Experience with protocol development, study conduct, data analysis, and scientific writing
- Demonstrated ability to support and coordinate multiple research studies, projects, or programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with investigators and multidisciplinary research teams
Company overview
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-renowned pediatric research and treatment institution headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing cures for childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Founded in 1962 by entertainer Danny Thomas, it stands as the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted exclusively to children. The hospital operates on a unique funding model where families never receive bills for treatment, travel, housing, or food, with costs exceeding $2 billion annually primarily supported by donations through its fundraising organization ALSAC. St. Jude treats approximately 8,600 patients each year from all 50 states and around the world, with a focus on acute lymphoblastic leukemia, brain tumors, sickle cell disease, and infectious diseases. The institution employs over 7,000 staff members and maintains eight affiliate clinics across the United States. Through its St. Jude Global initiative, the hospital shares research and treatment protocols internationally, partnering with more than 350 institutions in over 90 countries. St. Jude has been instrumental in increasing childhood cancer survival rates from 20% in 1962 to over 80% today, while maintaining a robust research program that includes gene therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and precision medicine approaches.