Director of Strategic Functions

The University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) in the Department of Radiology is seeking a Project Manager II to oversee and manage leadership initiative strategic projects for the Department. This position will work closely with the Department Chair, CAO and other internal stakeholders to define the scope, set objectives, create a process, manage expectation, and develop a detailed project plan. The position will also create and manage an accurate timeline of project completion, adjust priorities, and communicate obstacles to Departmental Leadership. The Project Manager is expected to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the project plan and use tracked data to identify shortcomings and/or ways to improvement future projects.

The Department of Radiology's mission is to improve human health through innovation in clinical care, imaging research and education. Our faculty and staff are committed to the mission, vision and values shared by both UW Health and SMPH. Through teaching, mentorship, and community work we hope to promote an environment of equity to our students, trainees, and patients.

Additional Information:

• The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire.

• This is a hybrid position. It may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non -campus work location.

• Creates a project plan, monitors progress and performance against the project plan, and identifies, resolves, or escalates risks and issues

• Sets priorities, allocates tasks, and collaborates with project staff to meet project targets and milestones

• Manages the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the project and that the organization receives satisfactory standards of service

• Facilitates the estimation of project costs, resources, and time required to complete the assigned phase of a project and monitors activities, negotiates for resources, and assigns tasks to ensure these targets are met. Follows established change control processes if targets can no longer be met

• Prepares regular reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology

Join UW Radiology and UW Health-A Legacy of Innovation

The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927-when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology-the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health's world-class medical enterprise.

What Sets Us Apart

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  Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
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  Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.
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  Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
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  Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.

Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment-one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.

Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.

The starting salary for this position is $87,473; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• Minimum of five years of experience in project management, program initiatives, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience in overseeing and managing project budgets.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.

• Prior experience working in a clinical or academic environment is essential.

• Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, Smartsheet) is preferred.

Preferred Bachelor's Degree

To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. Please upload a current resume/CV and your cover letter. In your cover letter briefly describe the following:

• Ability to create detailed project plans and schedules.

• Proficient at managing time and resources.

• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communications skills.

• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Please note, there is only one attachment field available. All required documents must be uploaded within this single field. You may either combine your documents into one file or the field will allow you to upload multiple individual documents.

No need to upload references at this time. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the interview process if you are selected as a finalist. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Jen Cole, jennifer.perkins@wisc.edu, 608-890-3371

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