Project Manager, Research Support (EMPOWER)

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The SCCC Project Manager, Research Support will be responsible for carrying out tasks in accordance with all strategic initiatives and objectives to fulfill the mission and vision of the University of Miami and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (Sylvester). Projects will be prioritized by the EMPOWER Committee following review and selection of project requests.

The incumbent in this position will be responsible for all aspects of the project life cycle (initiation, planning, execution, control, and close). The Project Manager will be responsible for assembling project teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of projects. The Project Manager takes projects from original concept through final implementation-interfacing with all areas affected by the project including end users, stakeholders and vendors and ensures adherence to quality standards. 

Specifically, the EMPOWER project manager:

• Manages complex projects and initiatives of high-priority as defined by the EMPOWER project selection committee and in alignment with Sylvester leadership.
• Incorporates timelines and deadlines into project plans for successful monitoring of progress and completion. 
• Provides quality assurance for assigned deliverables. 
• Manages tight timelines ensuring quick turnaround for successful project delivery. 
• Manages and implements project work plans. 
• Coordinates and implements change management, when necessary. 
• Partners with multiple departments and sub-divisions within SCCC (finance, research, IT, grants, patient care etc.). 
• Manages and coordinates agendas, meetings, and workflows for all project meetings. 
• Is detail oriented ensuring completion and reports to leaders with regard to project status. 
• Facilitates communication and serves as resource to cancer center faculty and staff to ensure successful completion and submission of all project-related milestones (i.e., kickoff, progress updates, closure/handoffs, etc.) 
• Manages performance monitoring and metrics for initiatives and other projects as assigned. 

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing: PMP a plus
Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
 

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:

Full