Department of Oncology

Join Our Team!We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Program Coordinator with a strong background in clinical research to support the Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care within the Oncology Department. The successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating and managing research programs, ensuring that our clinical/research program initiatives run smoothly and efficiently.The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating program management activities by performing tasks related to data tracking, analysis, and implementation of results that meet the goals/objectives of the Department of Oncology, Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care.The ideal candidate will engage with Divisional leadership and faculty to elevate the division’s clinical, academic, and educational program, including dedicated program coordination to support and/or enhance the establishment of multi-investigator collaborations (internal and external), quality improvement programs and educational initiatives to further accelerate innovative ideas and programmatic growth and productivity.Job Responsibilities:Administer one or more programs or projects.Define program or project requirements, identify interdependencies with internal or external departments or service providers, and coordinate to receive their input.Develop communications regarding the program or project; Develop project plans and/or programmatic process.Develop and track metrics, provide complex data analysis & interpretation, and develop program-related reports.Make recommendations for program or process improvements by providing inputs for systemic changes to program or project management processes for better planning, scope management, and risk prevention.Support the design and implementation of policies, processes, and procedures.Develop process for execution of program initiatives.Engage with program management teams internally and vendors externally for coordination.May mentor less experienced team members.Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.Maintains regular and predictable attendance.Minimum Education and/or Training:Bachelor's degree required.Minimum Experience:Minimum requirement: 3+ years of experience in program management delivery.Significant experience working with project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Microsoft SharePoint, ServiceNow, Smartsheet, Clarity, Planview, MS Office).CompensationIn recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $70,720 - $126,880 per year for the role of Program Coordinator: Quality of Life and Palliative Care Research Program.Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.

Join Our Team!Dr. Deena Levine is seeking a committed and adaptable Bereavement Program Manager to join the Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care within the Oncology Department. This unique opportunity is open to candidates from either a psychosocial background (such as social work, psychology, or child life) or a Nurse Practitioner (NP) background.The Bereavement Program Manager position encompasses clinical care and program management, responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of bereavement support for patients and their families. The ideal candidate will excel in advocacy, education, community networking, and program development. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing grief counseling services, evaluating program effectiveness, creating educational materials, and collaborating with internal and external healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive support. The role is structured for an advanced practice provider (or qualified licensed psychosocial provider) and includes approximately 20% clinical practice.The Bereavement Program Manager will collaborate closely with Dr. Levine to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive psychosocial service and/or clinical program, defining objectives, approaches, and goals. We seek a candidate with a strong background in psychosocial services, experience in managing psychosocial and/or clinical services programs, and a talent for collaborating with leaders to inform decision-making. We welcome applications from advanced practice providers, psychologists, social workers, and other psychosocial providers with the requisite education, experience, and licensure in the respective fields.By joining our team as a Bereavement Program Manager , you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families during a critical time, contributing to a culture of care and compassion that truly matters. Job Responsibilities:Lead the planning and execution of a psychosocial service and/or clinical program including defining objectives, approaches, goals, governance mechanisms, resource deployment, periodic reviews, contingency planning, and periodic reporting and communication.Collaborate with cross-functional teams internally and externally to achieve defined outcomes aligned with departmental strategies.Drive internal stakeholder management and communications, management of external vendors, and strong partnership with stakeholders inside and outside the institution.Track program and/or project success.Provide oversight and management of program budgets through planning, controlling, and tracking expenditures.Provide more complex analysis of data to create reports for senior leadership.Provide anticipatory, peri-mortem, and post-mortem bereavement counseling for patients and families, as well as referral for additional services where warranted.May participate in Psychiatric/Bereavement crisis response in accordance with the role.Oversee individual and collective assignments for clinical, educational, academic and programmatic bereavement needs to ensure optimal bereavement care and resources institutionally.Work regularly with bereaved parent advisors, educators, and steering committee members as well as lead bereavement related communication and engagement.Minimum Experience:Master's degree and 4+ years of experience in psychosocial services.2+ years of experience managing psychosocial and/or clinical services programs.Relevant certifications required, as applicable, within psychosocial and/or clinical services area.Experience designing and managing programs with focus on stakeholder needs.Proven experience engaging with leaders to facilitate decision-making.Experience providing guidance and mentorship.Experience driving continuous program improvement projects.Minimum Education and/or Training: Bereavement Program Manager-NPMaster's degree Nursing required.Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law:Must possess a current Advanced Practice Nurse License issued by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing (LC: AP-TN) as applicableMust possess a current Tennessee State Board of Nursing license if primary residence is Tennessee or a Nurse Licensure non-Compact state (LC:RN-TN) Must possess a current State Board of Nursing license in the state of primary residence if the state is a Nurse Licensure Compact state (LC: RN-ARK, RN-MISS or RN-KY) as applicableNurse Practitioner Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center (LC:ANCC-NP) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (LC: AA-NP) or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (LC: PNCB) as applicableSalary range is $104,000 - $186,160 per year.Minimum Education and/or Training: Bereavement Program ManagerMaster's degree in Social Work, Healthcare Administration, Psychology, Child Life, or other related psychosocial field required.Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required :If a Social Worker applies, relevant certifications as applicable at hire or within 6 months of hire (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)) by the Tennessee Board of Social Workers.Salary range is $78,000-$139,360 per year.**ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD UPLOAD A COVER LETTER WITH THEIR RESUMES**CompensationIn recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $104,000 - $186,160 per year for the role of Bereavement Program Manager OR Bereavement Program Manager NP ( Quality of Life and Palliative Care).Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.

SJCRHJob DescriptionWe seek a highly motivated, clinician scientist candidate at the Associate or Member (Professor) level to serve as Director of the Division of Cancer Survivorship within the Department of Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.The candidate should have an MD, MD/PhD or DO degree and Board certified or Board-eligible in pediatric hematology-oncology with further experience in survivorship, a proven track of excellence in academic potential, a strong interest in clinical/outcomes research, and be an expert in clinical care of pediatric and adolescent patients surviving cancer. The preferred candidate should also have experience in mentorship and fellowship training within the academic setting, and in incorporating quality and/or process improvement into clinical practice.This position will report directly to the Chair, Department of Oncology, lead clinical research, provide oversight and mentorship of division faculty.  The Cancer Survivorship Division Director will oversee the After Completion of Therapy Clinic, which provides follow-up care for eligible 5-year survivor of childhood cancer treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and supports numerous research initiatives focused on characterizing and improving outcomes after childhood cancer.  The Department of Oncology is comprised of seven Divisions inclusive of Leukemia-Lymphoma, Neuro-oncology, Solid Tumor, Palliative Care & Quality of Life, Cancer Predisposition, Cancer Survivorship, and Molecular Oncology. The Department is also closely aligned with the St. Jude NCI-funded Comprehensive Cancer Center, with each Oncology Division providing the opportunity for translation of basic and translation research. The Division of Cancer Survivorship has strong collaboration with our Department of Epidemiology including collaboration in the ongoing St. Jude Lifetime Cohort Study and the Cancer Control and Survivorship Program with the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center.The Department of Oncology provides a highly collaborative and interactive environment where faculty members have ample opportunities to participate in clinical, educational, and translational research initiatives.  As an integral team member of the division, each faculty member ensures alignment of individual goals with divisional, departmental, and institutional strategic goals and initiatives, pursues faculty development and promotes outstanding multidisciplinary care delivery and research activities.  This is a remarkable opportunity to be part of a positive workplace where all employees, regardless of their role, share the same commitment to make a difference in the lives of children with cancer and other catastrophic illnesses. St. Jude is consistently ranked on Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Places to Work For” and listed on Glassdoor 100 Best Places to Work for the last 6 years for companies with 1,000 or more employees. This position is based in Memphis, TN with relocation assistance available. The facilities and salaries are competitive, and a generous benefit package is included. Memphis is a family-friendly metropolitan area that is recognized for its world-class music, food, and hospitality. Mild winters and beautiful green spaces are part of the reasons why Forbes recently named Memphis the 4th happiest city in which to work. To apply: please submit a letter of inquiry and CV directly via the online application. St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.

SJCRHWe seek a highly motivated, faculty-level (clinical track) candidate at the Associate or Assistant Member level with training in hematology-oncology, a proven track of excellence in academic potential, and a strong interest in clinical/translational research and clinical care activities. The preferred candidate should also have experience in mentorship and fellowship training within the academic setting, and in incorporating quality and/or process improvement into daily inpatient/outpatient clinical practice.This position will be in the Division of Neuro-Oncology and within the Department of Oncology.  The faculty member will report directly to the Director of the Neuro-Oncology Division and will provide Neuro-Oncology patients with state-of-the-art care,  participate in clinical research, and seek to optimize clinic operations around clinical research and patient well-being.Also, as an integral team member of the Department of Oncology, the faculty member will ensure alignment of individual goals with divisional, departmental, and institutional strategic goals and initiatives, pursue faculty development, and promote outstanding multidisciplinary care delivery and research activities across the entire department.  This position incorporates clinical education into daily practice to ensure the satisfactory learning experience of Neuro-Onc fellows, Hem-Onc fellows, residents, and medical school students who rotate through the neuro-oncology service.  The Department of Oncology is comprised of seven Divisions inclusive of Leukemia-Lymphoma, Neuro-oncology, Solid Tumor, Palliative Care & Quality of Life, Cancer Predisposition, Cancer Survivorship, and Molecular Oncology. The Department of Oncology is also closely aligned with the St. Jude NCI-funded Comprehensive Cancer Center, with each Oncology Division providing the opportunity for translation of basic and translation research. This department provides a highly collaborative and interactive environment where faculty members have ample opportunities to participate in clinical, educational, and translational research initiatives.  Candidates must have an MD, MD/PhD or DO degree and be Board certified or Board-eligible in pediatric hematology-oncology.  Successful candidates will have expertise in the areas of hematology and oncology, as the faculty member will be involved in clinical care. How to apply:Interested candidates should provide a CV directly onlineSt. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.