Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
The Director of Operations will drive execution across legal, financial, research compliance, philanthropy, and business development areas for the Cancer AI Alliance (CAIA). This role requires someone who knows how to get things done—navigating complex systems with speed, precision, innovation, and diplomacy.
Success in this role depends on the ability to quickly understand Fred Hutch systems and processes, and to work productively across administrative silos in a highly matrixed environment. The individual must be able to gain the trust of senior leaders and help enable rapid, non-standard decisions in support of a fast-moving and innovative initiative.
This role plays a key part in translating one of the most ambitious interdisciplinary initiatives in cancer research and AI into operational reality.
Please apply at:
https://careers-fhcrc.icims.com/jobs/29460/cancer-ai-alliance-%28caia%29-operations-director/job
Responsibilities
Financial and Revenue Management
· Financial Management: In collaboration with Executive Chair, develop, implement and evaluate the program’s annual operating and capital budget to achieve the programmatic objectives; monitor internal controls for cash management and non-cash management; maintain and monitor financial controls; analyze and monitor financial performance and assist in the reporting of financial results; evaluate variances, determine underlying causes and identify, present, and implement proposed solutions;
Business Operations
· Establish an operating rhythm of the CAIA business unit to ensure the organization is running effectively and efficiently to meet goals and objectives. In alignment with the mission, goals, and strategic initiatives of the organization, works collaboratively with key leadership and business units to ensure that resources are directed toward the best use. Establishes methods to foster innovative tactics and implementation of best practices into practices, policies, and procedures.
Reporting
· Author, manage, and deliver executive level reporting, including monthly, quarterly status reports to manage risks and issues and improve team communication and collaboration. Lead creation, identification, and insights of metrics to improve business performance and drive business actions.
Integration/Organizational Business Relationships
· Work closely and partner with other departments and external service providers (Legal, Philanthropy, Finance, Business Development, Information Technology, Communications, etc.) to clearly articulate and execute on RACIs to create efficiencies related to overlapping or adjacent work, processes, communications, and contracting.
Strategic & Operating Plans
· Work with Executive Chair to create the CAIA strategic plan, which aligns with the overall Fred Hutch plan. Propose, research, and manage the development, implementation, and assessment of long- and short-term operating goals and objectives annually; and as directed, operationalize, implement and monitor the CAIA’s strategic initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent required
· Minimum 10 years' experience in management of budgets, purchasing, personnel or program administration.
· Prior business operations experience within a complex academic, medical center or research organization required.
The annual base salary range for this position is from $161,450 to $269,048, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.