Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 12 hours ago
Program Manager, Symptom Management
Brookline, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$118K/yr - $124K/yr
9+ years expDana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. The Program Manager, Symptom Management will lead program strategy and governance to enhance the care provided for cancer treatment side effects, overseeing complex projects and engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and alignment with institutional goals.
CommunitiesHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHospitalNon ProfitOncology
Responsibilities
Scope and Complexity: Oversee highly complex, high-impact projects that are critical to the Institute's strategic objectives, involving multiple departments and external partners
Decision Making: Lead strategic decision-making processes, with full accountability for project outcomes and resource management
Stakeholder Interaction and Communication: Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including executive leadership, to drive project success and foster collaboration across the organization
Project Oversight: Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of large-scale projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
Quality Improvement and Innovation: Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives and align quality objectives with organizational goals
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to translate strategic initiatives to detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and long-term goals
Mentorship and Development: Mentor and guide project teams, promoting professional development and a culture of excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field
Nine (9) years of relevant experience with progressively increasing responsibility of which at least six (6) years must be in project management OR comparable roles
Extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects successfully
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking and innovation
Proficiency in project management software and templates, with a strong understanding of project management methodologies
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
Company
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a center dedicated to carrying out adult and pediatric cancer treatment activities and advanced research.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.08MKey Investors
Elaine and Eduardo Saverin FoundationThe DeGregorio Family FoundationLlama
2025-11-24Grant· $20M
2025-05-06Grant· $1M
2024-09-24Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Edward Benz
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