Associate Strategic Initiatives Manager – Venture, Innovation and Growth

MSK

Associate Strategic Initiatives Manager at MSK, advancing enterprise strategy and managing innovation projects within the healthcare sector. Collaborating with teams to implement transformative initiatives.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $92,700 - $148,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and operations within the healthcare innovation sector, with a strong focus on commercialization strategies and cross-functional collaboration. Capable of developing and maintaining project plans and documentation to ensure effective execution and accountability.

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Project ManagementHealthcare InnovationCommercialization StrategyCross-Functional CollaborationMarket Dynamics

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementOperations ManagementMarket AssessmentStrategic PlanningData Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective PrioritizationCollaborationAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AirtableCRM SystemsKnowledge Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Life ScienceBiotechPharmaVenture CapitalStartups

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key partner in accomplishing pivotal initiatives within the Strategy & Growth division at MSK
Assist in the evaluation, advancement, and oversight of enterprise-level initiatives aligned with MSK’s strategy
Act as both an implementation resource and partner across project workstreams
Coordinate and manage projects, deliverables, and operational activities across cross-functional teams
Develop and maintain project plans, trackers, reporting structures, timelines, and documentation to ensure flawless execution and accountability
Support commercialization-focused initiatives by assessing market landscapes, competitive positioning, and collaborator needs
Partner with internal and external collaborators, including leadership, subject matter experts, innovators, licensing teams, and operational partners
Assist in the development and implementation of workshops, educational programming, collaborator meetings, and critical initiatives
Support the development of operational infrastructure, including knowledge management systems, Airtable databases/CRMs, file architecture, and process documentation
Perform research and integrate complex information into practical insights and strategic suggestions
Support ecosystem mapping, collaborator engagement efforts, and strategic partnership coordination across internal and external networks

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of proven experience in project management, operations, strategy, consulting, life science and health care innovation, venture capital, commercialization, biotech/pharma, startups, and/or related roles
Experience supporting complex, cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced and highly collaborative environments preferred
Strong understanding of healthcare innovation, commercialization strategy, market dynamics, or translational science preferred
Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks in ambiguous, evolving environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options