Program Coordinator - Cancer Predisposition

Overview

Location:

Memphis, TN

Category:
Administrative Operations

Department:
Oncology

Shift: Weekday Day

Position Type:
Full Time

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

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Join our Team! We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Program Coordinator with a strong research background to join the Division of Cancer Predisposition within the Oncology Department. This is a dynamic role that offers the opportunity to support innovative research initiatives advancing our understanding of cancer risk and prevention in a collaborative, highly engaged team environment.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating and executing a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including divisional strategic planning, research projects, clinical trials, and grants. Working closely with divisional leadership and faculty, this individual will help accelerate multi-investigator collaborations, both internally and externally, while supporting the full lifecycle of grants from development through management.

This position also offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact academic programming, including planning and executing a large, recurring conference that brings together thought leaders in the field to review the latest advances and drive new research collaborations.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating setting and is passionate about supporting cutting-edge research, fostering collaboration, and improving processes to advance the department's mission. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have strong writing, communication, and project management skills. MS-level candidates with a CCRP or PMP are preferred.

• Coordinate and administer multiple programs and projects, including clinical trials, research initiatives, and academic programming.
• Support the development and launch of investigator-initiated clinical trials.
• Support grant lifecycle activities, including development, submission, tracking, and post-award management.
• Assist in coordinating and managing research agreements and collaborative initiatives.
• Define program and project requirements, identify interdependencies, and coordinate with internal teams and external partners.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and communication strategies.
• Track and analyze performance metrics; prepare reports to inform decision-making and program improvements.
• Provide data analysis and interpretation to support program evaluation and strategic planning.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scope management, and risk mitigation.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and operational workflows.
• Coordinate logistics and execution of academic programs, including large-scale conferences and events.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure seamless program delivery.
• May mentor or provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and institutional objectives.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CCRP and/or PMP preferred.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in program or project management, clinical trial development, or clinical research operations.
• Experience supporting research programs, including clinical trials, grants, or academic initiatives strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with project planning and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, Service Now, Smartsheet, Planview, Microsoft Office).
• Experience with clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, grant writing/support, scientific writing, and research compliance strongly preferred.

This position may be eligible for remote work. However, St. Jude requires all remote employees to travel to our Memphis campus for the interview process and orientation (if selected) and to be on-site in Memphis at least once per quarter, and as needed.

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