Cellular Therapy Service Line Manager

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer care organization in Baton Rouge is seeking a Cellular Therapy Service Line Manager to oversee operational performance and strategic direction of cellular therapy services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of leadership experience in healthcare, particularly in infusion services or oncology. Candidates with experience in advanced therapies such as Cell and Gene Therapy are highly preferred. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are crucial for this role. Full-time position available.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare management.
• Experience in infusion services, oncology, or advanced therapies such as Cell and Gene Therapy.
• 1-2 years experience specifically in Cell Therapy populations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and operational performance of cellular therapy services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality assurance within the program.
• Manage multidisciplinary stakeholders and optimize operational performance.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field

Master’s or advanced degree in Healthcare Administration, Pharmacy, Business, or other field

Job description

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Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. With strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. We provide state‑of‑the‑art treatments and collaborative cancer services. This culture of innovation attracts the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward‑thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines. We are one‑hundred percent focused on cancer care.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly‑motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description

SCOPE: The Cellular Therapy Program Manager is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, ensure efficient delivery of cellular therapy services (e.g., autologous/immune effector cell therapies/bispecific), driving measurable outcomes in quality, patient safety, and growth of the cell therapy program within the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. The position requires a blend of scientific knowledge, project management expertise, and strong leadership skills to ensure regulatory compliance and successful delivery of therapies to patients. This role is responsible for end‑to‑end operational leadership across entire program, quality and compliance, accreditation readiness (e.g., FACT), data and registry submissions, vendor/partner management, and multidisciplinary stakeholder engagement.

Functions

• Strategic Leadership
• Market Positioning and Financial Stewardship
• Operational Optimization
• Performance Management
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Growth and Innovation

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field.
• Preferred: Master’s or advanced degree in Healthcare Administration, Pharmacy, Business, or other field.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare management, demonstrating accountability for complex clinical operations and strategic initiatives.
• Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in infusion services, oncology, or advanced therapies such as Cell and Gene Therapy.

Specialized Knowledge

• 1-2 years of experience (within the last 5 years) specifically in Cell Therapy populations.
• Knowledge of clinical operations, financial authorizations for cellular therapy and infusion services, with experience in relevant healthcare technologies and systems.
• Proven track record of reliability, dependability, and increasing organizational responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse healthcare teams.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Strong understanding of transplant and cellular therapy processes, including stem cell mobilization, infusion, and post‑transplant surveillance.
• Familiarity with FACT standards.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Medical Practices

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

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