Program Manager (Cancer Surveillance Data Systems Informatics)

Rutgers University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 106,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey is hiring a Program Manager (Cancer Surveillance Data Systems Informatics) to oversee data collection, processing, and systems integration for the state's cancer registry.

The role leads staff development, manages the registry database, and represents the program in regional and national forums; requires a health/informatics degree, 5+ years' experience with 2+ in supervision, and ODS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health or informatics field.
• 5 years relevant experience including 2 years supervisory.
• Certification as Oncology Data Specialist (ODS).
• Experience with PostgreSQL, relational databases, and EHR systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data collection, processing, workflow, and system integration for the NJ State Cancer Registry.
• Assist the Director in strategic planning and guide surveillance operations.
• Represent the registry in regional and national forums (SEER/NPCR/NAACCR/NCRA).
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and data confidentiality.
• Manage and develop staff, including hiring, training, performance reviews.
• Develop and maintain multi-source surveillance information systems.
• Provide epidemiologic study support using registry data.

Skills

Staff supervision

Data management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in health informatics or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

Relational databases

EHR systems

Hospital registry software

Job description

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is hiring a Program Manager (Cancer Surveillance Data Systems Informatics). This role oversees all operational and programmatic aspects of data collection, processing, and systems integration for New Jersey's statewide cancer surveillance system while collaborating with various local, state, and national health agencies to ensure high-quality and compliant cancer surveillance data. The manager also leads staff development, manages the cancer registry database, and represents the registry in regional and national forums.

Highlights

• Oversee data collection, processing, workflow, and system integration for the New Jersey State Cancer Registry (NJSCR).
• Assist Director in strategic planning and guide cancer surveillance operations, including regulatory updates.
• Participate actively in national cancer surveillance organizations such as SEER, NPCR, NAACCR, and NCRA.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements and data confidentiality standards.
• Manage and develop staff including hiring, training, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and maintain multi-source surveillance information systems optimizing data utility and efficiency.
• Provide expertise and assistance for epidemiologic studies using cancer registry data.
• Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related health or informatics field, 5 years relevant experience including 2 years supervisory, and certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS).
• Preferred skills: Experience with PostgreSQL, relational databases, hospital registry software, EHR systems, SEER program involvement, and unionized work environments.
• Salary range: $105,763 to $161,814 annually with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and employee discounts.