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.

Why Join the TSET Health Promotion Research Center?

The TSET Health Promotion Research Center is dedicated to advancing evidence-based strategies that improve health outcomes across Oklahoma and beyond. Our work influences programs, policies, and practices that help individuals and communities live healthier lives.

As part of the Stephenson Cancer Center, you'll join a collaborative environment where innovation, discovery, and public service come together to create measurable impact.

What You'll Do

As a Research Program Manager, you will partner with principal investigators and serve as the administrative lead for funded research studies and other initiatives from conceptualization to dissemination.

• 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.

If you're ready to lead impactful research initiatives and help shape the future of health promotion and disease prevention, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help turn research into real-world change.

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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