Program Manager

Overview: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states.

Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter.

Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The is a multi-disciplinary research institute whose mission is to reduce the human and economic burden of cancer. HICOR faculty conduct research in comparative effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, quality of care, health care delivery, health outcomes, and health policy, with an eye toward supporting public and private decision making to maximize health value under resource constraints.

HICOR is looking for a self-directed, analytical, and mission-driven Program Manager to operate and expand the . Led by , the CRC Screening Program aims to reduce colorectal cancer‑related mortality and eliminate disparities in outcomes among racial/ethnic and low‑income populations across UW Medicine and throughout Washington State through early detection.

Under general supervision, the Program Manager works independently to lead the day‑to‑day operations of the CRC Screening Program, with a focus on scaling and sustaining efforts across UW Medicine and partnering with clinical sites statewide. The Program Manager requires a high degree of initiative and systems‑level thinking to implement and expand CRC screening activities, including mailed FIT outreach, in diverse healthcare settings.

The Program Manager oversees operations, financial management, and performance evaluation while building and maintaining strong stakeholder  collaboration with the Principal Investigator, the Program Manager also contributes to long‑term strategic planning, helping to set priorities and develop sustainable models for program growth. This role demands strong project management, analytical and communication skills, along with the ability to think creatively and adaptively.

The Program Manager may also contribute to research efforts, including study design and dissemination of program findings to advance evidence‑based improvements in CRC outcomes. Responsibilities:

Program Operations & Implementation

• Lead, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of program activities, including implementation, growth, and integration at UW Medicine and other community clinical partner sites.
• Monitor program resources such as space, equipment, and personnel, ensuring that current needs are met and future needs are anticipated.
• Develop and implement program administrative policies and procedures that ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability across clinical sites.
• Ensure program compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including IRB, grant, contract, and institutional policies across partner organizations.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Strategic Planning & Leadership

• In collaboration with the Principal Investigator(s), set and periodically reassess program goals for both internal and external partnerships and sustainability.
• Play a key role in strategic planning to identify priorities and develop sustainable growth…