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Location Twin Cities

Job Family Research

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Regular / Temporary Regular

Job Code 9392CA

Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin

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About the Job

The Director of Network Operations is responsible for providing operational oversight for the Minnesota Cancer Clinical Trials Network (MNCCTN) Coordinating Center and executing strategic priorities and projects ensuring alignment with the mission, vision, and goals of the network.

Directs the development and execution of MNCCTN's operational goals, monitors and analyzes performance metrics; ensures the MNCCTN Coordinating Center (MNCCTN-CC) is appropriately resourced and research is conducted in accordance with organizational, professional, and regulatory standards. Collaborates with executives, researchers, and operational leaders across the MNCCTN partner organizations, Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) and the University of Minnesota (UMN) to implement strategic priorities and process improvement initiatives to optimize performance. This role requires broad leadership capacity and deep technical expertise to oversee multi-site clinical trials in community sites.

The MNCCTN is a multi-institutional clinical trials network dedicated to increasing access to cancer clinical trials to improve cancer outcomes across the state. Funded by the state legislature through the MnDRIVE program, the network engages research and clinical partners to bring prevention and treatment clinical trials to cancer patients closer to home.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership - 20%

• Maintain a deep understanding of the strategic priorities of MNCCTN, MCC, and UMN to lead the MNCCTN Coordinating Center (MNCCTN-CC) team to execute and achieve performance targets / metrics
• Foster collaborative partnerships with MNCCTN clinical partners, across UMN, and with other external stakeholders to sustain program growth and achieve network goals
• Work closely with MCC faculty leads, ED for Clinical Research, and MNCCTN research partners to identify mutually beneficial research interests and new trial opportunities for the network
• Advise and make recommendations to executive leadership regarding MNCCTN portfolio performance, site activity and challenges
• Collaborate with leadership and external partners to identify revenue generating sponsored opportunities and promote interdisciplinary research initiatives
• Continually assess and improve quality and efficiency of services by identifying and monitoring KPIs
• Execute communications plans and MNCCTN-CC initiatives that support strategic goals and objectives

Operations Oversight - 55%

People Management - 20%

Professional Development - 5%

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

About the Department

The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center dedicated to cancer research, education, and patient care for the citizens of Minnesota and the surrounding region. Since the time of the first award in 1997, there has been consistent growth of the membership and research base, enabling our center to further advance our knowledge and enhance care for our catchment area. We are driven to be the choice academic healthcare environment for patients, clinicians, scientists and students who seek exceptional, compassionate, precision cancer therapy; innovative clinical trials and prevention programs; cutting-edge research opportunities; and outstanding advanced education.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $135,000 - $165,000; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment : 100% Appointment

Position Type : Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U :

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).