Are you passionate about advancing cancer research in a collaborative environment?  If so, we are the opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a strategic leader to direct CENTRA’s research support services for ASCO projects. In this role, you will play a vital part in leading the development of clinical, health services, and other research-related projects to further ASCO’s strategic plan.

If you are seeking an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research initiatives while making an impact, then we want to hear from you!

Remote candidates welcome or primary location in Alexandria, VA .

• Provide strategic direction for research support services, including research project development, biostatistics, survey methods, manuscript development and review processes.
• Work collaboratively with the Clinical Research and Analytics Division to support CENTRA and ASCO programs and projects and advance ASCO’s strategic plan and CENTRA goals.
• Identify new opportunities for ASCO research projects or programs to support ASCO’s strategic plan
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships within ASCO and in appropriate sectors of the health community to conduct ASCO research and support implementation of rigorous clinical cancer research methods and those that improve access to trials for patients with cancer.
• Oversee engagement with volunteer committees for CENTRA research, including the ASCO Research Committee, State of Cancer Care in America Editorial Group, and task forces.
• Engage with other ASCO departments to support ASCO’s education and training programs, especially for aspects related to cancer clinical trials and research methods.
• Lead and/or assist with developing proposals for external funding, including proposals for federal funds (e.g., NIH grants) or foundation funding.

Required

• PhD in a medical research-related field, or MD with research degree or certification.
• 12+ years of experience working in collaborative teams in an academic or academic-like setting
• At least 25 co-authored publications
• 5 years of experience in clinical trials research
• 5 years of experience in oncology
• Successful track record of securing external funding as a co-investigator
• Teaching experience, as instructor for two or more courses or workshops
• Experience leading a team, setting and communicating strategic vision, evaluating and coaching performance.

Preferred

• Successful track record of securing external funding as a principal investigator or co-investigator
• 10 years experience in clinical cancer research, including cancer clinical trials

Competencies

• Excellent collaborative skills, with ability t delegate, communicate and come to consensus with diverse team members with varied backgrounds and areas of expertise
• Excellent communication skills, including written, with ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and staff with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise
• Excellent analytical and strategic skills with ability to collect and analyze information, problem-solve, and make decisions with sound judgement
• Excellent time management and efficiency skills with ability to work on many projects simultaneously, and appropriately prioritize time and resources to meet deadlines
• Strong supervisory/mentoring skills with ability to find opportunities for team members for professional development opportunities
• Ability to lead effectively requiring high levels of collaboration, sound judgment and significant operational and administrative management expertise
• The ability to determine goals and priorities and to assess the actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals

ADA/Physical requirements

• Extended periods seated or standing at a desk.
• High use of computer and other office technology equipment.