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Program Manager (Cancer Surveillance Operations) (Trenton, NJ)

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jun 27, 2025

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Manager (Cancer Surveillance Operations) (Trenton, NJ)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Administrative Services
Department	CINJ-Cancer Registry-Operations
Overview	RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES: VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Manager within the Cancer Registry-Operations at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The Program Manager of Cancer Surveillance Operations at the New Jersey State Cancer Registry oversees all operational and programmatic aspects of data collection and quality assurance activities for New Jersey's statewide cancer surveillance system. The Program Manager will work closely with the Director of Cancer Epidemiology Services/New Jersey State Cancer Registry and Program Manager/Deputy Director of Cancer Surveillance Research to manage and fulfill deliverables of the Center of Excellence for Cancer Surveillance, which was formed through a partnership between the New Jersey Department of Health and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The Program Manager will also work closely with partners from local, state, and national agencies, including but not limited to the New Jersey Department of Health (e.g., Division of Epidemiology, Environmental, and Occupational Health Services and Division of Community Health); the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results ( SEER) Program; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Program of Cancer Registries ( NPCR); the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries ( NAACCR); and, the National Cancer Registrar's Association ( NCRA). Among the key duties for this position are the following: Assists Director in relevant short-and long-term planning, policy development, funding procurement and sustainability; and direction of professional activities and projects to ensure excellence in cancer surveillance statewide. Represents the New Jersey State Cancer Registry at state, regional and national planning meetings, both in-person and virtually. Assists Director by recommending, drafting, and executing renewals, revisions, and amendments to cancer surveillance regulations and statutes as necessary. Contributes to national dialogue for developing cancer surveillance and registry standards, procedures, and best practices through active participation in NAACCR, SEER, NPCR, and NCRA. Leads the data collection and quality assurance activities of the New Jersey State Cancer Registry. Works with local providers, hospitals, and registrars, SEER, NPCR, NAACCR and other state and national agencies to assure the highest quality cancer surveillance data are collected in a timely and effective manner. Ensures compliance with state and federal reporting requirements for the collection of cancer data including the monitoring o f completeness and timeliness of reporting. Directs the establishment of an integrated quality assurance education program.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	32S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	112658.00
Mid Range Salary	142513.00
Maximum Salary	172367.00
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	MPSC - Legacy UMD
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) in Health Information Management, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field. At least six (6) years of demonstrated progressive experience in cancer registry management and operations and effective leadership. Must be a licensed CTR (Certified Tumor Registrar). Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Certifications/Licenses	Must be a licensed CTR (Certified Tumor Registrar).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated knowledge and expertise of cancer surveillance methods as well as data management in conformance with national standards and cancer surveillance best practices. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Experience with PostgreSQL or relational database management preferred. Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment are required. Primary work site will be located at the State Department of Health, Trenton, NJ with periodic travel to the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey in New Brunswick for meeting and other activities.
Preferred Qualifications	Prior experience working in central registries that are part of the SEER Program is preferred. Prior experience dealing with human resources and personnel issues preferred. Knowledge of how to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment is preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with work-related travel within New Jersey, other registry sites, and relevant conference and national organization travel. Primary work site will be located at the State Department of Health, Trenton, NJ with periodic travel to the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey in New Brunswick for meeting and other activities Expected minimal exposure to infection and communicable diseases.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1414
Posting Open Date	06/25/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details	Primary work site will be located at the State Department of Health, Trenton, NJ with periodic travel to the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey in New Brunswick for meeting and other activities.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement