Research Manager - Cancer Analytics

Research Manager
- Cancer Analytics

Fairfax, VA, United States

Inova Cancer Research is looking for a dedicated Research Manager
- Cancer Analytics to join the team. This hybrid full‑time position will be day‑shift working Monday‑Friday located in Falls Church, VA.

The Research Manager will manage the development, operationalization, governance, and evolution of cancer research data resources and projects, serving as a bridge between clinical investigators, data scientists, IT, regulatory, and institutional leadership.

• Utilize department registries, hospital databases, and other existing information sources to gather data about patient populations of interest.
• Perform simple and advanced statistical analysis using appropriate analysis software.
• Consult with groups outside the department to provide expert assistance with data analysis for research or quality projects related to Inova’s strategic goals, meeting all required timelines.
• Author or co‑author an article for successful publication in a peer‑reviewed journal.
• Prepare reports for performance improvement and other department needs.
• Present findings of analyses at national‑level meetings.
• Design rigorous research and performance improvement projects to support the goals of the department.
• Supervise the collection of data for all research studies within the department.
• Provide expert assistance with the design and implementation of system‑wide research or quality projects related to Inova’s strategic goals.
• Design databases for use in research, performance improvement, and other department activities.
• Supervise the entry of data into multiple databases.
• Perform continuing education programs for hospital and non‑hospital healthcare personnel.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in applied data or health science.
• Experience:
  
  3 years of experience conducting and coordinating clinical research protocols.

• 5–10 years working in an academic medical center or large health system setting.
• Demonstrable knowledge or experience with IRB processes, data governance, and/or clinical data analytics or operations (oncology preferred) in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with Epic, research data repositories, and/or registries.
• Demonstrable experience leading or managing cross‑functional teams and research projects with excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge or experience with applied statistical methods and software would be an asset.

• Committed to Team Member Health
  : medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement
  :
  Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions starting on the first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance
  : up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support
  : 25 mental‑health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance
  : paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. We support our people with best‑in‑class facilities and professional development opportunities.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.