Cancer Center Jobs

Associate Director of Administration

WVU Cancer Institute

July 21, 2025
The WVU Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Associate Director of Administration.

To apply: https://wvu.taleo.net/careersection/staff/jobdetail.ftl?job=26855&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

Reporting to the Director of the WVU Cancer Institute (WVUCI), the Associate Director, Administration is a key member of WVUCI’s executive leadership team. This position is responsible for supporting an innovative, collaborative, and productive research environment and advancing WVUCI’s commitment to achieving NCI designation.

The Associate Director will oversee strategic planning, research administration, shared resources, CCSG preparation, financial and budgetary leadership, and informatics support across clinical trials and research activities. The role collaborates with Associate Directors and stakeholders in Clinical Research, Population Sciences, CRTEC, Shared Resources, and Community Outreach & Engagement to align operations with WVUCI’s strategic priorities.

The position manages the WVUCI Membership Program and maintains key data systems related to member productivity. It serves as the administrative point of contact for HR, facilities, finance, and marketing, and plays a lead role in developing infrastructure necessary to support CCSG submission and NCI designation.

Key responsibilities include:
- Leading all CCSG administrative processes and internal systems.
- Overseeing research financials, including budgeting, planning, and philanthropic funds.
- Supporting external advisory meetings and institutional reporting needs.
- Managing shared informatics and research tracking systems.
- Representing WVUCI with internal and external stakeholders at the highest levels.

Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in business or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of administrative/management experience in an academic or research setting, with 5 years of direct supervisory experience.
- Strong strategic leadership, financial, and operational skills.
- Knowledge of CCSG and NCI cancer center infrastructure preferred.

This is a vital leadership role for the Institute and will have a significant impact on the future of cancer research and designation efforts at WVU. Candidates with experience in complex academic or healthcare settings are encouraged to apply.

WVU offers a generous benefits package, including a 37.5-hour work week, comprehensive health benefits, retirement match, wellness programs, and support for work-life balance.

Apply today and help shape the future of cancer care and research in West Virginia.

WVU is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.