MD Anderson Cancer Center
Associate Director, Research Planning & Development - Data Strategy & Analytics
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Associate Director, Research Planning & Development – Data Strategy & Analytics
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Associate Director, Research Planning & Development – Data Strategy & Analytics
position at
MD Anderson Cancer Center .
The CCSG & Extramural Research Development Office supports MD Anderson’s cancer research enterprise by providing strategic, scientific, and administrative assistance. It oversees key components of the National Cancer Institute‑funded Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) and enhances the center’s competitiveness for external funding by guiding proposal development, supporting large collaborative grants, and coordinating essential research infrastructure.
The Associate Director leads analytics and decision support, developing and implementing strategies for data collection, analysis, and benchmarking. The role oversees a team of Data Scientists and collaborates with CCSG leaders and institutional leadership to evaluate research programs, shared resources, and productivity. The position ensures the creation of centralized data repositories and predictive models to guide resource allocation and strategic planning.
Key Job Functions
Oversee development of comprehensive data architecture and automated reporting systems for CCSG and institutional research programs.
Lead creation of dashboards and visualization tools to monitor research productivity and shared resource health.
Design predictive and statistical models to support strategic decision‑making and resource allocation.
Collaborate with leadership to assess research program performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Supervise and mentor a team of Data Scientists, ensuring ongoing training and development.
Develop staffing models and productivity measures to optimize human resources.
Coordinate project plans and timelines for CCSG and ERD initiatives, ensuring goals are met.
Stay current with CCSG guidelines, NCI expectations, and emerging data analytics technologies.
Foster collaborative relationships across departments and provide mentorship to build institutional talent.
Support multi‑project grant development through comprehensive data analysis and reporting.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in data science, biostatistics, research administration, or a related field.
Significant experience in data management, analytics, and research administration; experience with CCSG or CTSA grants preferred.
Technical expertise in predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and data visualization.
Strong leadership and project management skills.
Familiarity with institutional databases and compliance with NCI guidelines.
5 years in an academic research setting with at least 2 years of supervisory/management experience, or 3 years with a master’s degree and 2 years of supervisory experience.
Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for up to 2 years of supervisory experience.
Must pass pre‑employment skills test as required.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in science or a medically related field, business, or healthcare administration.
Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field.
Benefits
Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one; optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accrued PTO and Extended Illness Bank, paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Salary Hourly range: $53.36 – $80.29. Annual salary range: Minimum $111,000 – Maximum $167,000.
EEO Statement MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of any protected class characteristic.
More information .
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177823
Employment Status: Full‑Time, Regular
Work Location: Remote
Work Week: Days (Mon–Fri, standard business hours)
FLSA: Exempt
Staffing: Mid–Senior level
Referrals: Referral bonus available; relocation assistance available.
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Associate Director, Research Planning & Development – Data Strategy & Analytics
position at
MD Anderson Cancer Center .
The CCSG & Extramural Research Development Office supports MD Anderson’s cancer research enterprise by providing strategic, scientific, and administrative assistance. It oversees key components of the National Cancer Institute‑funded Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) and enhances the center’s competitiveness for external funding by guiding proposal development, supporting large collaborative grants, and coordinating essential research infrastructure.
The Associate Director leads analytics and decision support, developing and implementing strategies for data collection, analysis, and benchmarking. The role oversees a team of Data Scientists and collaborates with CCSG leaders and institutional leadership to evaluate research programs, shared resources, and productivity. The position ensures the creation of centralized data repositories and predictive models to guide resource allocation and strategic planning.
Key Job Functions
Oversee development of comprehensive data architecture and automated reporting systems for CCSG and institutional research programs.
Lead creation of dashboards and visualization tools to monitor research productivity and shared resource health.
Design predictive and statistical models to support strategic decision‑making and resource allocation.
Collaborate with leadership to assess research program performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Supervise and mentor a team of Data Scientists, ensuring ongoing training and development.
Develop staffing models and productivity measures to optimize human resources.
Coordinate project plans and timelines for CCSG and ERD initiatives, ensuring goals are met.
Stay current with CCSG guidelines, NCI expectations, and emerging data analytics technologies.
Foster collaborative relationships across departments and provide mentorship to build institutional talent.
Support multi‑project grant development through comprehensive data analysis and reporting.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in data science, biostatistics, research administration, or a related field.
Significant experience in data management, analytics, and research administration; experience with CCSG or CTSA grants preferred.
Technical expertise in predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and data visualization.
Strong leadership and project management skills.
Familiarity with institutional databases and compliance with NCI guidelines.
5 years in an academic research setting with at least 2 years of supervisory/management experience, or 3 years with a master’s degree and 2 years of supervisory experience.
Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for up to 2 years of supervisory experience.
Must pass pre‑employment skills test as required.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in science or a medically related field, business, or healthcare administration.
Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field.
Benefits
Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one; optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accrued PTO and Extended Illness Bank, paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Salary Hourly range: $53.36 – $80.29. Annual salary range: Minimum $111,000 – Maximum $167,000.
EEO Statement MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of any protected class characteristic.
More information .
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177823
Employment Status: Full‑Time, Regular
Work Location: Remote
Work Week: Days (Mon–Fri, standard business hours)
FLSA: Exempt
Staffing: Mid–Senior level
Referrals: Referral bonus available; relocation assistance available.
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