Senior Technical Project Manager - Radiation Oncology

The Technical Senior Project Manager III leads high-profile, matrixed projects aligned with the Institute's strategic plan and process improvement priorities, often spanning multiple divisions. This role involves planning and managing several projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Engaging with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, the manager drives project success and fosters cross-departmental collaboration, focusing on strategic outcomes and innovation. With proven technical expertise, they partner with engineering and development teams to mitigate risks and lead technology decisions, while also driving system architecture discussions, IT policy development, code reviews, and technical feasibility assessments.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field required.

• Ten (10) years of relevant experience with progressively increasing responsibility of which at least six (6) years must be in project management OR comparable roles.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification required, with expectation to maintain credential.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scope and Complexity: Oversee highly complex projects with budgets exceeding $1M, critical to strategic objectives, involving multiple departments and external partners.

• Strategic Leadership and Planning: Lead strategic decision-making with full accountability for project outcomes and resource management, collaborating with senior leadership to translate initiatives into detailed project plans that align with institutional priorities and ensure measurable success.

• Analysis: Translate business processes into technical solutions, expertly guiding analysts in requirement gathering and performing analysis as needed.

• Stakeholder Interaction and Communication: Engage with executive leadership and diverse stakeholders to drive project success and foster organizational collaboration.

• Project Oversight: Lead planning, execution, and evaluation of large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget, while proactively managing portfolio impact.

• Quality and Risk Management: Drive innovation and continuous improvement by aligning quality objectives with organizational goals, while proactively identifying, analyzing, and managing risks to minimize issues and enhance project success.

• Vendor Management: Lead large vendor selections and multiple vendors.

• Mentorship and Development: Mentor project teams, promoting professional growth and a culture of excellence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects successfully.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking and innovation.

• Expertise in project management software and templates, with a strong application of project management methodologies and scheduling solutions such as MS Project.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.

• High success in applying complex IT concepts in application development and support, networking, system integration, and information security.

• Expertise with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Champion of formal project management methodologies, including waterfall, spiral, agile, lean, DMAIC, etc.

• Accomplished written and verbal communications skills with staff through leadership of varying levels of technical aptitude, translating business needs into decisions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT: None

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position is predominately remote, with occasional need to come on-site (e.g.: retreats, project go-live, etc.).

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$130,930.00 - $140,230.00