Project Manager-Operational Systems and Strategic Initiatives

Summary The Senior Project Manager leads complex, cross-functional initiatives that support operational systems strategy, process optimization, and organizational transformation across the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR) Registry. Partnering closely with the Director of Operational Systems Strategy & Integration, the role drives execution of strategic priorities, improves business processes, and facilitates systems-related initiatives. The position ensures alignment among Information Technology, Data Operations, Statistical Operations, and Project Management stakeholders. Beyond traditional project management, the role applies business analysis, process improvement, stakeholder management, and change leadership capabilities to bridge strategy and execution across complex operational environments.

Primary Responsibilities Strategic Project Leadership

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities Knowledge

Qualifications Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum Required Experience: 5 years Preferred Education: Master’s degree in business administration, Information Systems, Healthcare Administration, Project Management, or a related field. Preferred Experience: Experience in healthcare, research, registry operations, or data-driven organizations; supporting systems implementations, integrations, or operational modernization initiatives; and developing executive dashboards and project performance metrics. Project management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives, including partnering with business and technology teams and facilitating process improvement or business transformation initiatives Preferred Certification / Licensure(s): PMP certification

Physical Requirements Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. #LI-NK1

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