Director, Data Science Operations & Strategy

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Director of Administration and Operations to lead the Department of Data Science's administration, finance, and compliance. You will mentor staff, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure operational excellence across space, events, and asset management.

You will partner with the Department Chair and senior leadership, oversee grant administration, budgeting, HR, and policy compliance, and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in a related field.
• 3 years of people management experience.
• Strong leadership, financial, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance operations, budgeting, and donor fund management.
• Lead HR management including staffing, appointments, promotions, and compliance.
• Drive process improvement and strategic initiatives for departmental operations.
• Manage space planning, facilities coordination, and asset management.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and accreditation.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Director of Administration and Operations to lead the Department of Data Science's administration, finance, and compliance. You will mentor staff, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure operational excellence across space, events, and asset management.

You will partner with the Department Chair and senior leadership, oversee grant administration, budgeting, HR, and policy compliance, and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that