Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Scientific Program Manager - Michor Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute$81K — $94K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field required.
  • Minimum three years of experience in program coordination or administration, or one year of program management experience required.
  • Solid understanding of program management principles and practices.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in using project management tools and software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage operational execution and administrative coordination of research programs.
  • Make informed decisions regarding resource allocation and project timelines.
  • Engage with internal team members and stakeholders to align program activities.
  • Plan and manage recurring tasks and projects, ensuring alignment with departmental strategies.
  • Track program progress to ensure outputs meet performance metrics.
  • Maintain accurate program documentation in compliance with institutional policies.
  • Facilitate communication among team members to convey updates effectively.

Benefits

  • Access to a collaborative work environment in a leading research facility.
  • Involvement in innovative research projects focused on impactful scientific work.
  • Opportunity to engage with a diverse team of professionals in the field of data sciences.
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Program Manager I is responsible for the operational execution, administrative coordination, and day-to-day logistical management of research programs for Dr. Franziska Michor and the Michor Laboratory. This role handles the lab's financial and administrative operations-procurement, P-card reconciliation, calendar/travel management, and Dana-Farber compliance-alongside personnel support like Harvard appointments, onboarding/offboarding, and confidential recommendation letters. It also covers recruitment coordination (job requisitions, interview logistics), website and seminar/consortium management for the Michor Lab and CCE, and weekly lab meeting logistics. Finally, it includes supporting strategic initiatives and special projects across the lab, collaborators, and the Department of Data Sciences.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Scope and Complexity: Manage programs with clearly defined objectives and limited scope, focusing on supporting departmental goals.
  • Decision Making: Make informed decisions about resource allocation and project timelines, with some autonomy in resolving operational challenges.
  • Stakeholder Interaction: Engage with internal team members and immediate stakeholders to ensure program activities are aligned and communicated effectively.
  • Program Management: Plan and manage recurring tasks, activities, and/or projects, ensuring they align with program goals and departmental strategies.
  • Quality Assurance: Track program progress, ensuring that outputs are accurate and meet established performance metrics.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate program documentation and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
  • Communication: Facilitate communication among teams, ensuring all members are informed of updates and changes.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Solid understanding of program management principles and practices.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in using project management tools and software.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.


Minimum Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field required.
  • Three (3) years of experience in program coordination, program administration or comparable roles, OR one (1) year of program management experience required.


License/Certification/Registration Required: None

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Patient Contact: None

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$81,070.00 - $94,070.00

About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a non-profit organization that provides cancer treatment and research services. The institute was founded in 1947 and is affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is committed to providing the highest quality care to cancer patients, and is dedicated to finding new treatments and cures for the disease. The institute offers a range of services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is also involved in a number of research initiatives, and has made significant contributions to the field of cancer research.
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