Strategic Initiative Implementation Specialist

Emory University

Strategic Initiatives Implementation Specialist at Winship Cancer Institute focusing on cancer research. Collaborating across multiple departments to execute strategic goals in cancer care and research.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the execution of high priority strategic initiatives that advance the mission of the Comprehensive Cancer Center
Ensure that strategic initiatives are well defined, operationally feasible, tracked effectively, and aligned with NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center expectations
Collaborate with faculty, clinical leaders, program administrators, shared resources, and institutional partners to turn strategic goals into measurable progress
Coordinate the day to day implementation of the Cancer Center's strategic initiatives across research and clinical missions
Translate strategic goals into actionable work plans, deliverables, milestones, and timelines
Manage cross functional workstreams supporting strategic initiatives such as scientific program development and recruitment; clinical trials strategy and accrual growth; multidisciplinary care enhancements; and data integration and research infrastructure improvements
Develop metrics, dashboards, and tracking systems that measure initiative progress and impact
Monitor adherence to NCI expectations for comprehensive cancer centers and support data collection for CCSG submissions
Facilitate communication between initiative leads, faculty, clinical teams, research administration, and external collaborators.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business, Biology, or related field required
Master's degree (MPH, MHA, MBA, MS) preferred
Three years of experience supporting strategic initiatives, project management, research administration, clinical operations, or organizational strategy
Experience in an academic medical center, cancer center, or research environment preferred
Familiarity with NCI CCSG requirements is an advantage.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Emory is an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdata integrationmetrics developmentdashboard creationtracking systemsclinical trials strategyscientific program developmentrecruitment strategiesmultidisciplinary care enhancementsresearch administration

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationorganizational strategyleadershipfacilitationstrategic planningproblem-solvingadaptabilitystakeholder engagementteam coordination

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree (MPH, MHA, MBA, MS)