Fred Hutch
Overview
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. We are known for global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, and we operate eight clinical care sites with integrated research and clinical teams to discover new cures and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. We seek employees who bring innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
Responsibilities
Facilitate development and implementation of key goals, objectives, and success criteria for the program with sponsors and cross‑department stakeholders.
Oversee all aspects of assigned programs and related sub‑projects to ensure completion within defined scope, quality, time, and cost constraints.
Lead technical project management, delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Collaborate with functional teams to build practical implementation plans that integrate legacy systems with new technologies such as Microsoft technology stack, PeopleSoft, cloud, SaaS, CRM and clinical systems.
Apply multiple project methodologies, selecting the best methods for progress tracking, health metrics, monitoring change control process, testing, release to production and on‑time delivery.
Translate cross‑team dependencies into actionable plans.
Provide overall communication and interface with all areas affected by the program/project, including cross‑functional stakeholders and dependent teams.
Takes a proactive approach to dealing with ambiguity; seeks out and creates clarity.
Work with leadership and core team members to identify and assist in making program trade‑offs to balance scope, time, and costs.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members, project sponsors, and peers; be customer service focused.
Provide thought leadership to evolve PMO best practices and mentor junior project managers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
12+ years of progressive experience managing complex, enterprise‑level IT programs in a matrixed or research‑driven environment.
Demonstrated success in leading strategic technology initiatives that support research, data, or healthcare operations.
Advanced expertise in program governance, financial management, organizational change, and resource planning.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; able to build trusted relationships with executives, scientists, clinicians, and technical teams.
Proven ability to navigate and lead through ambiguity while balancing strategic vision with practical execution.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data, metrics, and KPIs to guide decision‑making and program success.
Deep understanding of project and program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) and when to apply each.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional Certification or equivalent work experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Cloud, Azure, and Office 365.
Prosci Change Management training or certification is a plus.
Practical experience working with Scrum or other Agile methodologies, and knowledge of hybrid methodologies for software development, systems integration and engineering projects.
Experience in a healthcare environment or with clinical systems desirable.
Smartsheet experience is a plus.
Compensation & Work Arrangement The annual base salary range for this position is from $133,328 to $210,724, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. This role may have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely. This position is not eligible for H‑1B sponsorship at this time.
Benefits Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12‑22 days per year), paid sick leave (12‑25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or call 206‑667‑4700.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. We seek employees who bring innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
Responsibilities
Facilitate development and implementation of key goals, objectives, and success criteria for the program with sponsors and cross‑department stakeholders.
Oversee all aspects of assigned programs and related sub‑projects to ensure completion within defined scope, quality, time, and cost constraints.
Lead technical project management, delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Collaborate with functional teams to build practical implementation plans that integrate legacy systems with new technologies such as Microsoft technology stack, PeopleSoft, cloud, SaaS, CRM and clinical systems.
Apply multiple project methodologies, selecting the best methods for progress tracking, health metrics, monitoring change control process, testing, release to production and on‑time delivery.
Translate cross‑team dependencies into actionable plans.
Provide overall communication and interface with all areas affected by the program/project, including cross‑functional stakeholders and dependent teams.
Takes a proactive approach to dealing with ambiguity; seeks out and creates clarity.
Work with leadership and core team members to identify and assist in making program trade‑offs to balance scope, time, and costs.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members, project sponsors, and peers; be customer service focused.
Provide thought leadership to evolve PMO best practices and mentor junior project managers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
12+ years of progressive experience managing complex, enterprise‑level IT programs in a matrixed or research‑driven environment.
Demonstrated success in leading strategic technology initiatives that support research, data, or healthcare operations.
Advanced expertise in program governance, financial management, organizational change, and resource planning.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; able to build trusted relationships with executives, scientists, clinicians, and technical teams.
Proven ability to navigate and lead through ambiguity while balancing strategic vision with practical execution.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data, metrics, and KPIs to guide decision‑making and program success.
Deep understanding of project and program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) and when to apply each.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional Certification or equivalent work experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Cloud, Azure, and Office 365.
Prosci Change Management training or certification is a plus.
Practical experience working with Scrum or other Agile methodologies, and knowledge of hybrid methodologies for software development, systems integration and engineering projects.
Experience in a healthcare environment or with clinical systems desirable.
Smartsheet experience is a plus.
Compensation & Work Arrangement The annual base salary range for this position is from $133,328 to $210,724, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. This role may have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely. This position is not eligible for H‑1B sponsorship at this time.
Benefits Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12‑22 days per year), paid sick leave (12‑25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or call 206‑667‑4700.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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