IUH Executive Medical Director - Cancer Screening, Principal Scientist, Cancer Screening Research

Indiana University - Indianapolis, IN

Full-time - Senior

Indianapolis, IN

101-250 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Screening Program Director will serve in a dual role leading and directing cancer prevention and screening initiatives across the health system, while also developing and implementing Cancer Center research projects to reduce the burden of cancer for all Hoosiers. The director will build program capacity with the respective health system business unit leaders to ensure effective implementation of systems for cancer prevention programs, while tracking patient utilization through qualitative, outcomes research initiatives. The director will maintain a role on the Indiana University Melvin & Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Outreach & Engagement Core Team, aligning health system and School of Medicine screening efforts to that of the work of the Cancer Center and our NCI mission. The Screening Director will reflect the mission, vision, and values of both Indiana University Health and Indiana University School of Medicine and adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct cancer prevention and screening initiatives across the health system.
• Develop and implement Cancer Center research projects to reduce the burden of cancer.
• Build program capacity with health system business unit leaders for effective implementation of cancer prevention programs.
• Track patient utilization through qualitative and outcomes research initiatives.
• Maintain a role on the Indiana University Melvin & Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Outreach & Engagement Core Team.
• Align health system and School of Medicine screening efforts with the Cancer Center's work and NCI mission.

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a similar field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in cancer screening/prevention/outreach work, including epidemiology/statistical/analytical work in public health or research.
• Experience in cancer screening, early detection, and risk factor surveillance research is highly desirable.
• PhD or Medical Degree optional; if Medical Degree, must have a current Indiana medical license in good standing.
• Knowledgeable about working with an adult population ranging from adolescent to geriatric, including patients with communication barriers, sensory impairment, and physical limitations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent clinical judgment, and quality assessment skills are required.
• Experience in assigning and/or supervising the work of others is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community outreach and engagement related to cancer prevention and screening.
• Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards in healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Opportunities for continued education and professional development.
• Access to wellness programs and resources.