Scientific Program Manager, AACR Project GENIE

AACR Project Genie Coordinating Center Scientist

AACR Project Genomics, Evidence, Neoplasia, Information, Exchange (GENIE) is an open-source, international, pancancer registry of real-world data assembled through data sharing between 18 of the leading cancer centers in the world. Through the efforts of strategic partners Sage Bionetworks and cBioPortal, the registry aggregates, harmonizes, and links clinical-grade, next-generation cancer genomic sequencing data with clinical outcomes obtained during routine medical practice from cancer patients treated at these institutions with the goal of improving clinical decision making and catalyzing clinical and translational research.

The AACR Project GENIE Coordinating Center (GCC) is seeking a dynamic and highly organized scientist, clinical researcher, or epidemiologist with program or project management experience to lead and expand a portfolio of clinical research initiatives. This position will oversee both the implementation of new studies and the management of existing projects that leverage and enhance the GENIE infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of scientific acumen and operational expertise, with demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects. They will be comfortable engaging with diverse audiencesincluding technical experts, external collaborators, and senior leadershipwhile independently driving work forward in fast-paced, collaborative environments. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a customer-facing mindset, attention to detail, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates closely with the GCC Business Development team and external stakeholders to scope, plan, and deliver clinico-genomic research and infrastructure projects.
• Partners with the GCC Project Management Office (PMO) to lead the organization, initiation, execution, and delivery of a portfolio of clinico-genomic and infrastructure projects.
• Engages with data providers, strategic collaborators, project sponsors, and internal teams to facilitate the efficient identification, aggregation, and availability of datasets necessary to support new and existing projects.
• Develops, maintains, and updates key project documentation (standard operating procedures, project plan, data guides, etc.), as necessary.
• Supports the preparation and distribution of project-related communications to participants, strategic partners, and sponsors.
• Contributes to the creation of external-facing communications and reporting related to project activities and milestones.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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