Community Outreach Liaison

Pay Range: Targeted salary $46,500 - $60,500 annually, based on experience


Benefits Eligible: Yes


Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends); Some travel required


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!


Be the bridge. Build trust. Change lives across Oklahoma.


The Stephenson Cancer Center is seeking a passionate and community centered Community Outreach Liaison to help advance our mission of decreasing the burden of cancer across Oklahoma. This role is ideal for someone who believes deeply in health equity, thrives in community partnerships, and is energized by creating meaningful impact beyond the walls of an academic medical center.


About the Role


The Community Outreach Liaison plays a vital role in connecting the Cancer Center with communities throughout Oklahoma. You will help coordinate and deliver outreach and engagement efforts that increase cancer awareness, promote screening, enhance education, and support prevention efforts.


This position blends relationship building, program coordination, and research collaboration to ensure that evidence based cancer interventions truly reach the communities that need them most.


Why This Role Matters


This position is central to ensuring that cancer research and prevention efforts translate into real world benefits for Oklahomans. Your work will help improve access to information, encourage life saving screenings, and strengthen community trust.


What You'll Do


You'll help design, deliver, and evaluate high impact outreach initiatives across Oklahoma, including:


Outreach Coordination

• Initiate, coordinate, and evaluate cancer awareness, screening, and education initiatives.
• Lead or support community health screenings and awareness events.
• Prioritize outreach efforts that are linked to research activities at the Stephenson Cancer Center.
• Ensure outreach programs align with SCC's mission and research priorities.

Community Liaison & Partnership Building

• Establish and foster strong, positive relationships with mission aligned community organizations.
• Represent Stephenson Cancer Center at community events and forums.
• Integrate SCC research programs into community initiatives, and bring community priorities back to researchers.
• Collaborate with community organizations and healthcare systems on outreach programs and research projects.
• Coordinate with University and Cancer Center fundraising teams to support third party fundraising events hosted by community partners.

Program Implementation & Project Management

• Serve as project manager for the development, implementation, and evaluation of community based cancer awareness, screening, education, and advocacy programs.
• Coordinate efforts with cancer center teams including clinical operations, contracting, and research personnel.
• Support health care delivery system initiatives across Oklahoma.
• Prioritize programs with a strong research component and measurable outcomes.

Grant Development & Reporting

• Assist with identifying federal, state, and community grant opportunities (e.g., NIH, American Cancer Society).
• Support or lead preparation of grant proposals and required reports.
• Contribute to funding efforts focused on improving cancer prevention and care delivery in Oklahoma.

Research Program Liaison

• Collaborate with SCC Research Program leaders to identify opportunities focused on priority cancers and risk factors in Oklahoma.
• Help connect researchers with communities interested in participating in or benefiting from research initiatives.

As Needed

• Perform additional duties that support outreach, collaboration, and the overall mission of the Stephenson Cancer Center.

If you're ready to help connect communities with life saving cancer research, education, and resources, we invite you to apply and become a champion for cancer prevention and outreach at the Stephenson Cancer Center.


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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• 24 months experience in marketing, public relations, outreach programs, or closely related field.

Equivalency/Substitution : Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 72 months experience.


Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy .


Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.