Research Program Manager - HPRC

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center in Oklahoma is seeking a Research Program Manager to lead the TSET Health Promotion Research Center’s program across the cancer care continuum, from prevention to survivorship, translating findings into policy and practice.

You will supervise teams, guide evaluation designs, manage budgets, and secure funding while collaborating with nationally recognized researchers and public health leaders to improve population health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years in project management, evaluation design, and research.
• Experience coordinating research programs and teams helpful.

Responsibilities

• Research & Evaluation
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Dissemination & Scientific Communication
• Team Leadership & Project Management
• Grant Support & Funding Strategy
• Budget & Operational Oversight
• Additional Responsibilities

Skills

Research management

Data analysis

Evaluation design

Team leadership

Grant funding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SPSS

Job description

Pay Range

Targeted salary ranges from $54,700 - $72,500 annually, based on experience

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel

May be required

Position Introduction

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma's only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 74 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options. At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! Learn more about the Stephenson Cancer Center's TSET Health Promotion Research Center here. Drive Discovery. Inspire Change. Improve Health Outcomes. Are you passionate about public health research, program evaluation, and improving population health outcomes? Do you thrive leading complex projects, analyzing data, securing funding, and mentoring high-performing teams? If so, the TSET Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) at the Stephenson Cancer Center invites you to bring your expertise to a mission-driven organization where research informs policy, improves lives, and drives lasting change. As a Research Program Manager in HPRC, you'll oversee a robust research program focused on the design and implementation of evidence-based guidelines, programs, and policies across the cancer care continuum - from prevention to survivorship) - aimed at promoting healthy behaviors, improving care delivery, and enhancing community capacity. This is an exciting opportunity to manage meaningful projects from concept to completion while collaborating with nationally recognized researchers and public health leaders.

What You'll Do

• Research & Evaluation
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Dissemination & Scientific Communication
• Team Leadership & Project Management
• Grant Support & Funding Strategy
• Budget & Operational Oversight
• Additional Responsibilities

Make a Difference Beyond the Data

At the TSET Health Promotion Research Center, research doesn't end with publication. It becomes action, informs policy, improves programs, and creates healthier futures.

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Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• 36 months of experience in project management, evaluation design, and research.

Equivalency/Substitution

Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 84 months of related experience.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes