Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 3 hours ago
Senior Program Manager
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $146K/yr
9+ years expDana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. The Senior Program Manager leads high-profile program initiatives tied to the Institute’s strategic plan, managing multiple projects to ensure timely delivery and fostering collaboration across departments.
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Responsibilities
Oversee highly complex, high-impact programs that are critical to the institute's strategic objectives, involving multiple departments and external partners
Lead strategic decision-making processes, with full accountability for program outcomes and resource management
Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including executive leadership and external partners, to drive program success and foster collaboration across the organization
Lead the planning, rollout, evaluation, and operations of large-scale programs, ensuring they meet deliverables within appropriate scope and budget
Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives and align quality objectives with organizational goals
Maintain accurate program documentation and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures
Mentor and guide project managers and team members, promoting professional development and a culture of excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Nine (9) years of relevant experience with progressively increasing responsibility of which at least six (6) years must be in program management OR comparable roles
Project or Program Management Professional certification (PgMP, PMP, etc.)
Extensive experience in program 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
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking and innovation
Proficiency in project management software and tools, with a strong understanding of program 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 circumstances in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
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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2025 (191)
2024 (145)
2023 (155)
2022 (139)
2021 (105)
2020 (113)
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
CEO
Recent News
2026-01-13
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