Project Director - Epic

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Project Director for Project Management within the Technology, Data & Innovation (TDI) PMO. The Clinical Project Director for Project Management plays a critical leadership role guiding project teams, aligning initiatives to enterprise strategy, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex programs across a varied portfolio. The TDI PMO supports enterprise-wide technology, data, and innovation initiatives, helping translate strategic priorities into actionable, high-impact projects.
The Clinical Project Director for Project Management will operate at the intersection of strategic planning and execution, serving as a liaison between portfolio leaders, sponsors, and technical teams. This Clinical Project Director for Project Management ensures adherence to PMO standards while driving efficiency, collaboration, and measurable outcomes across multiple large-scale initiatives.

***Ideal candidate will have clinical project management experience with proven experience managing large, complex, and strategic technology projects in a fast-paced environment. Including, but not limited to: Epic EHR System & Ancillary Clinical Systems or similar***

Minimum $146,500 - Midpoint $183,000 - Maximum $219,500
Work Location: Houston Medical Center
The work schedule is Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact programs that directly support UT MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer, while working alongside innovative leaders in technology, data, and healthcare. The Project Director for Project Management contributes to meaningful organizational transformation while benefiting from a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Alignment
• Motivate, inspire, and guide workforce and project teams toward shared goals while coaching and mentoring for growth
• Oversee team performance and ensure successful delivery of project outcomes
• Manage recruitment and hiring of qualified personnel
• Align initiatives with organizational objectives and support TDI leadership in portfolio planning
• Apply business acumen to evaluate industry trends, financial considerations, and operational needs
• Engage stakeholders to communicate value, manage expectations, and provide process guidance
Project & Program Execution
• Lead large, complex programs and projects from initiation through closure following PMO standards
• Define project expectations and ensure stakeholder alignment
• Document decision-making processes and project changes
• Collaborate with technical teams to define system requirements, specifications, and architecture
• Coordinate testing, training, and production support model development for end users
• Ensure quality of deliverables and adherence to PMO processes and performance metrics
Resource & Financial Management
• Oversee allocation of human, financial, and operational resources
• Identify resource needs and communicate constraints with leadership and stakeholders
• Support budgeting, cost analysis, and financial forecasting activities
• Monitor project financials and ensure adherence to budget expectations
Risk & Process Optimization
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting schedule, scope, and cost
• Initiate corrective actions to maintain project timelines and quality
• Evaluate and improve processes, tools, and best practices to drive efficiency
• Promote consistency and accuracy of project data across reporting
Communication & Organizational Effectiveness
• Communicate clear expectations regarding deliverables, timelines, and risks
• Facilitate effective stakeholder communication across multiple channels
• Resolve issues impacting direct and indirect reports
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and foster team collaboration
• Adapt strategies and approaches to dynamic environments and evolving priorities

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 7 years Project management experience to include five years experience in application and/or infrastructure services.
• May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
• Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Preferred: Clinical project management experience, 3+ years of experience managing 2 or more direct reports, experience using Epic EHR Systems & Ancillary Clinical Systems or similar, 6+ years of experience leading cross-functional, large-scale and high-complex programs and/or projects that were implemented enterprise-wide, 5+ years of experience with implementing technology, data, and/or innovation solutions, 5+ years of experience creating and delivering presentations for Executive Leadership, experience with ServiceNow.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183207
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 183,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 219,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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