Department: 37371 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Comprehensive Cancer Center Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday; 8-5 Pay Range $57.85 - $86.80 JOB DESCRIPTION The Program Director III has leadership responsibility for setting strategy, goals, objectives and meeting expected deliverables contributing to the continuing operation of the Oncology Clinical Trials Office at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Center, a key component of the NCI Cancer Center Support Grant. Focus is on overseeing the mission to increase access to clinical trials and enrollment of patients participating in clinical trials, as well as ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality accurate data. The Oncology Clinical Trials office oversees ten disease groups, and 23 regional sites in the Southeast. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Master’s degree with five years of progressive and applicable experience in the area served required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Significant experience and documented success in setting strategic directions and delivering on objectives is required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Responsible for the overall administration and coordination of the day-to-day delivery of program services. Makes strategic decisions based on analysis and goals and objectives of assigned program. This includes managing all patient recruitment, screening, eligibility determination, and data generation according to each study’s protocols. 2. Continuously analyzes systems and processes. Develops and implements best practices and appropriate changes to improve outcomes in a timely manner. 3. Creates evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determines the need for improvements. 4. Initiates and sets goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization and leadership. Assists leadership in defining goals and strategic plans. 5. Assists leader with budget development and planning. Ensures areas of responsibility meet fiscal requirements and monitors expenditures. 6. Ensures program and functional area operations and activities adhere to any legal guidelines and internal policies. 7. Keeps senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations. 8. Develops appropriate communication and communication methods to facilitate the flow of information and maximizes effective communication throughout the program. Communicates services with other departments and vendors as applicable. 9. Facilitates and/or conducts individual and group presentations as needed. 10. Supervises the work and manages performance of assigned staff. 11. Participates in committees as appropriate. 12. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS Excellent oral and written communication skills Thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical research Strong project and process management skills Knowledge of program/project management techniques and methods Excellent organizational and leadership skills Highly self-motivated professional with ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines Ability to achieve results with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrated problem-solving and analytic skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, work independently and in a matrix-team or collaborative setting Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting and budgeting Working knowledge of all MS Office applications including Word and PowerPoint WORK ENVIRONMENT Clean, comfortable, office environment Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. 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