Assistant Director, NCORP, Translational Research and Biobanking

Columbia University is a leading global research institution and home to the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Assistant Director, NCORP, Translational Research and Biobanking role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing NCORP administration, translational research biobanking, and affiliate network operations. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, strategic growth, staff leadership, and operational excellence across complex clinical research programs.

The Assistant Director, NCORP, Translational Research and Biobanking is a senior leadership role within the Clinical Protocol & Data Management Office at Columbia University’s Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. This position provides strategic direction and operational oversight for NCORP administration, translational research biobanking, and affiliate and satellite research networks, supporting high-quality, compliant, and impactful oncology research.

Responsibilities:
- Serve as NCORP Administrator and primary liaison with the NCI, cooperative groups, and affiliate sites.
- Lead NCORP grant operations, including reporting, renewals, audits, and budget oversight.
- Oversee translational research and biobanking operations, including SOPs and biospecimen workflows.
- Supervise coordinators and staff, supporting recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management.
- Manage affiliate and satellite research networks to ensure consistent trial conduct and compliance.
- Represent the institution during federal audits, site visits, sponsor meetings, and national conferences.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of five years of related experience.
- At least four years of supervisory experience in a clinical research or clinical trials setting.
- Extensive knowledge of federal regulations, IRBs, ICH-GCP, and oncology research protocols.
- Experience working with NCORP and NCI-sponsored research programs.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with standard office software and clinical research documentation.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary within a defined compensation range.
- Opportunity to work within a nationally recognized cancer center.
- Leadership role with significant impact on translational and community oncology research.
- Professional growth within a mission-driven academic environment.

This role supports Columbia University’s commitment to operational excellence, compliance, and innovation in clinical and translational cancer research.