Director of Hematology and Oncology Programs

Join the American Red Cross and be part of something greater. Your career can be a force for good, impacting countless lives every year. This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a humanitarian mission, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Therapeutic and Cellular Solutions (TCS) Medical Director (50%):
  • Lead medical strategy and operations for regulated cellular therapies, ensuring compliance with policies on cell collection, storage, and infusion.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to expand collection operations and enhance production of specialized cellular products.
  • Drive expansion of cellular services through outreach, partnerships, and program development support.
  • Represent TCS on committees and act as primary medical liaison for biotech partnerships.
  • Provide medical oversight for transferring protocols from research to clinical-grade production.
  • Address donor and recipient concerns related to cellular therapies.
• Regional Medical Director Responsibilities (50%):
  • Offer medical consultation in transfusion medicine and build relationships with hospital clients.
  • Oversee medical operations in regulated blood centers, including donor management and adverse reaction response.
  • Serve as CLIA laboratory director for immunohematology reference laboratories, as applicable.
  • Develop policies and procedures for donor eligibility and transfusion practices.
  • Conduct continuing education programs to promote safe use of blood components.

Requirements

• MD/DO with Board Certification in Transfusion Medicine or Hematology/Oncology.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with Cell Therapy and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (preferred).
• Experience with FACT accreditation processes and AABB Standards for cellular therapy (advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations related to human cells and tissues.
• Demonstrated leadership in program development and compliance with cellular therapy regulations.

Skills

• Fellowship training or significant experience in Stem Cell and Cellular Therapy.
• Proven track record of expanding clinical programs and driving innovative practices.
• Exceptional communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.

Pay

Salary range: $200,000–$250,000, based on relevant experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid time off: starting at 15 days per year, based on tenure.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 401K with up to 6% match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Service awards and recognition.

This is a remote role requiring occasional onsite presence and travel to meet business needs. Relocation assistance is not offered.