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Job Title: Project Manager-Medical Oncology
Department: Medicine | IM Medical Oncology
The Division of Medical Oncology is seeking a Project Manager to provide senior-level leadership and oversight for complex, high-impact work that advances the Division's clinical, research, and educational missions. The role supports divisional education, research, and quality efforts and leads division-wide strategic initiatives and cross-functional coordination.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized, strategic thinker who can independently manage a portfolio of projects, partner closely with faculty and leadership, and serve as a key liaison with institutional and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Grants & Special Projects
- Source and coordinate governmental, foundations and industry-sponsored funding aligned with divisional priorities for education and mentoring.
- Lead grant applications from planning through submission, then drive post-award delivery (scope, milestones, deliverables, compliance, and reporting).
Project & Portfolio Management
- Independently lead a portfolio of complex, cross-functional projects spanning clinical operations, research, education, and faculty initiatives.
- Develop project plans, timelines, governance structures, and progress reports.
- Identify risks and dependencies and recommend mitigation strategies to leadership.
Division Operations & Strategy
- Partner with the Division Director and Division Administrator to advance strategic goals and operational priorities.
- Analyze data and develop metrics to support decision-making and performance monitoring.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Prepare high-level reports and briefing materials.
- Support planning and execution of divisional retreats, symposia, and strategic events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, public health, health sciences, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 6 or more years of progressively responsible experience in project management, program management, research administration, or healthcare operations.
- Demonstrated experience in grant-funding and grant regulation.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Information:
Location: Biomedical Research Tower (0112)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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Ohio State provides access to opportunities and resources for all employees. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
- WORK-LIFE: Flexible and remote work arrangements where applicable, child care program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.
- RETIREMENT: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.
- HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.
- TIME OFF: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.
- FINANCIAL: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance, and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.
- WELLNESS: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.
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