UT Southwestern Medical Center
Manager of Research Programs, Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Manager of Research Programs, Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy
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Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary The Research Program Manager is responsible for management, coordination and promotion of clinical and basic research in the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy. This individual works closely with the Director of the Center to manage research initiatives of the Center by coordinating effectively with other parts of the institution and establishing effective working relationships with organizational peers. The role promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions, organizes meetings, seminars and conferences, and provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers.
Responsibilities
Assists the Center Director and Center Assistant Director of Operations with strategic development of new research programs and initiatives.
Provides oversight of basic and clinical research programs.
Assists in long‑range planning for research program growth and changes in research priorities.
Promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions.
Supports new research funding opportunities by coordinating and assisting in the preparation of grant proposals and contractual agreements and associated budgets; ensures the timely submission of proposals or agreements which meet institutional mandates; provides oversight of post‑award reporting requirements.
Assists in developing clinical trials and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, study protocols, and ethical standards throughout the trial process.
Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with onboarding and orientation of all new research faculty and staff.
Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with lab space planning and inventory control of the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy.
Organizes meetings, seminars and conferences.
Oversees information services group in developing web‑based research collaboration tools and databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in science, finance or related field.
Experience:
8 years of related experience in research, research administration or non‑profit administration. Must be familiar with NIH research grant preparation and management. Requires advanced PC expertise including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software. Prior experience in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program is highly desirable and may count as additional experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Heart Saver may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements upon hire.
Preferred:
Ph.D. in a Medical Science Field; prior experience in research administration; ability to draft scientific documents; strong IRB experience; prior experience with grant preparations and formatting, and submitting progress reports.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay.
Paid Time Off, available day one.
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer.
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Security and EEO Statement This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
Job Details
Job Type: Full‑time
Schedule: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Posting: Dec 15, 2025
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Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary The Research Program Manager is responsible for management, coordination and promotion of clinical and basic research in the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy. This individual works closely with the Director of the Center to manage research initiatives of the Center by coordinating effectively with other parts of the institution and establishing effective working relationships with organizational peers. The role promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions, organizes meetings, seminars and conferences, and provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers.
Responsibilities
Assists the Center Director and Center Assistant Director of Operations with strategic development of new research programs and initiatives.
Provides oversight of basic and clinical research programs.
Assists in long‑range planning for research program growth and changes in research priorities.
Promotes collaboration among investigators and across disciplines, departments and institutions.
Supports new research funding opportunities by coordinating and assisting in the preparation of grant proposals and contractual agreements and associated budgets; ensures the timely submission of proposals or agreements which meet institutional mandates; provides oversight of post‑award reporting requirements.
Assists in developing clinical trials and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, study protocols, and ethical standards throughout the trial process.
Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with onboarding and orientation of all new research faculty and staff.
Assists the Center Assistant Director of Operations with lab space planning and inventory control of the Center for Cancer Immunology and Cell Therapy.
Organizes meetings, seminars and conferences.
Oversees information services group in developing web‑based research collaboration tools and databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in science, finance or related field.
Experience:
8 years of related experience in research, research administration or non‑profit administration. Must be familiar with NIH research grant preparation and management. Requires advanced PC expertise including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software. Prior experience in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program is highly desirable and may count as additional experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Heart Saver may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements upon hire.
Preferred:
Ph.D. in a Medical Science Field; prior experience in research administration; ability to draft scientific documents; strong IRB experience; prior experience with grant preparations and formatting, and submitting progress reports.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay.
Paid Time Off, available day one.
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer.
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Security and EEO Statement This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
Job Details
Job Type: Full‑time
Schedule: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Posting: Dec 15, 2025
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