THN Program Manager

Thoracic, Head, and Neck Research Program Manager

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Thoracic, Head, and Neck (THN) Research Program has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Program Manager. The Program Manager oversees the management and operations of the Thoracic, Head, and Neck (THN) Research Program in the University of Washington's Division of Hematology and Oncology. This role oversees the implementation of collaborative research projects involving faculty from both the University of Washington (UW) and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (FH) and assists faculty leadership by advancing initiatives in support of the THN strategic plan. The Program Manager supervises and partners closely with teams responsible for fiscal management, regulatory affairs, trial start-up, and research coordination. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Program Manager ensures integrated, compliant, and efficient end-to-end clinical trial operations. In alignment with institutional standards, this position will lead the development, documentation, and refinement of research procedures to promote consistency, streamline operations, and ensure regulatory compliance. This position ensures that all research activities, grants, and contracts adhere to applicable regulatory requirements, while fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The role also includes direct supervision of a diverse team of research and administrative staff, working in concert with faculty and program leadership to support the broader mission of the THN Research Program.

The THN Research Program includes 11 faculty members located at the UW Medical Center, and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. Over the past 15 years, members of the program have led practice-changing clinical trials. In addition, members of the program have made substantial contributions to many other areas of cancer treatment, including the use of targeted therapies, cellular therapy for cancer, and antibody-based treatments.

Functional areas for this position include :

• Clinical trial research management and research project management including assisting in obtaining grants that support research focus areas, providing fiscal oversight for a budget of up to $9,000,000, developing and negotiating clinical trial budgets with industry sponsors, assisting with the functional and academic aspects of investigator-initiated research, assisting faculty with data analysis, and supervising the THN Research Program staff.

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Pay Range Minimum : $120,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum : $156,000.00 annual

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Benefits : For information about benefits for this position, visit https : / / www.washington.edu / jobs / benefits-for-uw-staff /

Shift : First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) : 100.00%

Union / Bargaining Unit : Not Applicable

About the UW :

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment :

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https : / / policy.uw.edu / directory / po / executive-orders / eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct / ). To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https : / / app.leg.wa.gov / RCW / default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080). University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.