Associate Director, Project GENIE Coordinating Center

3 weeks ago

Philadelphia, United States American Association for Cancer Research Full time

About the Project:

AACR Project Genomics, Evidence, Neoplasia, Information, Exchange (GENIE) is a publicly accessible international cancer registry of real-world data assembled through data sharing between 22 leading international cancer centers. Through the efforts of strategic partners Sage Bionetworks and cBioPortal, the registry aggregates, harmonizes and links clinical-grade, next-generation cancer genomic sequencing data with clinical outcomes obtained during routine medical practice from cancer patients treated at these institutions with the goal of improving clinical decision making and catalyzing clinical and translational research (www.aacr.org/genie).


Job Summary:

The AACR Project GENIE Coordinating Center (GCC) is seeking a scientist, clinical researcher, or epidemiologist with program or project management experience to both develop new, and manage, an existing portfolio of clinical research projects using the existing GENIE infrastructure, as well as projects that enhance the GENIE infrastructure. The ideal candidate knows oncology and/or cancer biology; is an experienced project/program manager; highly organized; able to work with individuals ranging from technical experts to senior management; functions independently and in diverse teams; is customer facing; and has a proven track record of meeting deadlines and deliverables.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with all members of the GENIE Coordinating Center to ensure the smooth and timely day-to-day operations of an international, open-source cancer registry, including management of specific scientific subprojects.
  • Oversee the development of detailed project plans (scope, milestones, roles & responsibilities, timing, budget, communication and interface with any external alliance or collaborator partner organizations, etc.).
  • Collaborates with AACR Finance and other departments as necessary to develop and manage individual project budgets and ensure integration with overall Coordinating Center budget.
  • Oversee the management of multiple projects, including oversight of external collaborations, ensuring goals and deadlines are reached.
  • Oversees the project management staff, ensuring clear priorities and responsibilities are delineated and that they are coordinated with the Coordinating Center priorities.
  • Sets annual performance and professional development goals; meets with direct reports monthly to review and adjust as necessary.
  • Regularly reviews project execution and deploys processes improvement when necessary to increase efficiency and maintain or improve internal and external collaborations.
  • Leads project management meetings, cross-functional communication and decision-making, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Manage the daily logistical operations of GENIE including but not limited to contracting and billing, data uploads, effective operations of the GENIE Genomic and Analytical Working Groups, relevant subcommittees, and the GENIE internal and external website.
  • Develop and send communications to project participants, strategic partners, and sponsors.
  • Works collaboratively with the Senior Director and heads of business development and clinical operations to ensure effective project operations and direction.
  • Reenforces the project direction and operating cadence and culture set by the Senior Director. Ensures teamwork and collaboration are occurring efficiently.
  • Works with Senior Director to support project governance through the Executive and Steering Committees and External Advisory Board.
  • Work collaboratively with the Coordinating Center Team members to develop and execute the GENIE Summits, BPC Symposia, and other critical meetings.
  • Manages the GENIE Coordinating Center in the absence of the Senior Director.
  • Reports directly to the GENIE Coordinating Center Senior Director.



Job Qualifications

  • Five or more years of experience managing large-scale, multi-departmental or multi-institutional scientific or clinical projects.
  • Working/functional knowledge of clinical research.
  • Working/functional knowledge of genomics, preferably clinical genomic testing.
  • Working/functional knowledge of project management with demonstrated competence using modern project management platforms to achieve deliverables.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Must be able to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent administrative, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Proven ability to interact with diverse external stakeholders ranging from technical individuals to management.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, self-directed, detail oriented, flexible, and data driven.
  • Proven ability to coordinate multiple, simultaneous, and diverse workflows, while meeting deadlines.
  • Authorized to work in the United States on a continuous basis


Education Requirements

PhD, MD, or equivalent, including health informaticians, epidemiologists/population health researchers, with a background and working knowledge of cancer genomics, or related fields.

  • Associate Director, Project GENIE Coordinating Center

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States American Association for Cancer Research Full time

    About the Project: AACR Project Genomics, Evidence, Neoplasia, Information, Exchange (GENIE) is a publicly accessible international cancer registry of real-world data assembled through data sharing between 22 leading international cancer centers. Through the efforts of strategic partners Sage Bionetworks and cBioPortal, the registry aggregates, harmonizes...

  • Associate Director, Project GENIE Coordinating Center

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States American Association for Cancer Research Full time

    About the Project: AACR Project Genomics, Evidence, Neoplasia, Information, Exchange (GENIE) is a publicly accessible international cancer registry of real-world data assembled through data sharing between 22 leading international cancer centers. Through the efforts of strategic partners Sage Bionetworks and cBioPortal, the registry aggregates, harmonizes...

  • Associate Director, AACR Project GENIE Coordinating Center

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States American Association for Cancer Research Full time

    Overview: About the Project: AACR Project Genomics, Evidence, Neoplasia, Information, Exchange (GENIE) is a publicly accessible international cancer registry of real-world data assembled through data sharing between 22 leading international cancer centers. Through the efforts of strategic partners Sage Bionetworks and cBioPortal, the registry aggregates,...

  • Associate Director of the LGBT Center

    2 days ago

    Philadelphia, United States University of Pennsylvania Full time

    The Associate Director of the LGBT Center is a position that helps lead program delivery and the execution of the mission of the LGBT Center. This position helps run the building and coordinating events with student groups and community partners. The Director, Associate, Operations, Retail, Healthcare

  • Center Director

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Sarahs Childcare Center Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are looking to hire a qualified day care director to manage our day-to-day operations and establish and sustain a positive learning environment for children. You will oversee the coordination of education programs that comply with local and federal regulations, ensure that facilities are maintained, manage and support a...

  • Project Manager

    1 week ago

    Philadelphia, United States Jefferson - Center City, Philadelphia, PA Full time

    Jefferson includes Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, a dynamic university and health system with broad reach across the Delaware Valley. Jefferson is the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in Philadelphia based on total licensed beds. Through the merger of Thomas Jefferson University and Philadelphia...

  • Director Adult Learning

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Project Home Full time

    Minimum Starting Salary: $75,254 The Director of Adult Learning and Workforce Development oversees the team who facilitate vocational certified trainings, job placement services, community workshops, music and art programs that support Project HOME residents and community members in North Philadelphia. Provides vision and leadership steeped in the value of...

  • Program Director

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Project Transition Full time

    **Our Mission**: Enable individual persons who have serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use disorder and/or a dual diagnosis of SMI and IDD live a life that is meaningful to them in the community on terms they define. ***Title**: Program Director **Supervisor**:Regional Operations Director **Summary of Job Description**: This position oversees...

  • Director Neighborhood Services

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Project Home Full time

    Minimum Starting Salary: $75,254 The Director Neighborhood Services will oversee the operations at the Honickman Learning Center and Comcast Technology Labs, the Community Development department at the Helen Brown Community Center, and all 19121+19132 Neighborhood Services initiatives. Provide mission-focused leadership steeped in the values of diversity,...

  • Program Director

    2 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Project Transition Full time

    Our Mission:Enable individual persons who have serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use disorder and/or a dual diagnosis of SMI and IDD live a life that is meaningful to them in the community on terms they define.Title: Program DirectorSupervisor:Regional Operations DirectorSummary of Job Description:This position oversees the day-to-day operations...

  • Program Director

    1 month ago

    Philadelphia, United States Project Transition Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOur Mission:Enable individual persons who have serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use disorder and/or a dual diagnosis of SMI and IDD live a life that is meaningful to them in the community on terms they define. Title: Program DirectorSupervisor: Regional Operations DirectorSummary of Job Description:This position...

  • Program Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Bethesda Project Full time

    **Are you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need?** **Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none.** The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for carrying out Bethesda...

  • Associate Finance Director

    1 month ago

    Philadelphia, United States Esperanza Health Center Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSUPERVISOR: Finance DirectorFLSA STATUS: ExemptDEPARTMENT: 100400SUMMARY: The Associate Finance Director is responsible for grants administration, financial reporting, 401(k) plan administration, benefits analysis, reconciliations of general ledger accounts, financial tracking and analysis, and other financial tasks to ensure...

  • Project Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Children's Crisis Treatment Center Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Children’s Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC), we are dedicated to addressing the impact of adverse childhood experiences. We believe that despite tremendous challenges, children can heal from psychological injuries. We are looking for exceptional people to help build our team.CCTC is seeking a full-time Project Manager.  This...

  • Director of Community Health and Wellness

    1 month ago

    Philadelphia, United States Esperanza Health Center Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDirector of Community Health and WellnessFull Time, ExemptSUMMARY: The Director of Community Health and Wellness is responsible for fostering and promoting the vision and strategic direction of the department as it relates to the overall organizational mission, clinic initiatives and the community. The director will be...

  • Director of Community Health and Wellness

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Esperanza Health Center Full time

    Director of Community Health and WellnessFull Time, ExemptSUMMARY: The Director of Community Health and Wellness is responsible for fostering and promoting the vision and strategic direction of the department as it relates to the overall organizational mission, clinic initiatives and the community. The director will be responsible for the implementation of...

  • Program Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Bethesda Project Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need? Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none.The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for...

  • Program Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Bethesda Project Full time

    **Are you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need?** Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none. The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for carrying out Bethesda...

  • Program Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Bethesda Project Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need? Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none.The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for...

  • Program Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Philadelphia, United States Bethesda Project Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help those who are in need? Bethesda Project has a great opportunity for you to use those skills to impact the lives of our residents and to be family to those who have none.The Program Coordinator is a member of our Leadership Team, responsible for...