The WVU Cancer Institute Department of Cancer Prevention & Control at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Program Coordinator position.
About the Opportunity
Participates in and contributes to the mission, vision, and strategic plan of WVU Cancer Institute (WVUCI) and Department of Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC). Facilitates day to day programming for one or more specific CPC programs or WVUCI priority projects. Cancer Prevention and Control serves all of West Virginia and this position will require travel throughout the state. This position is located within the Department of Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) in the WVU School of Medicine, and WVU Cancer Institute (WVUCI) and duties may include a variety of CPC or WVUCI projects and responsibilities. Work effort enhances state, regional, and national partnerships, delivery of service, community engagement, and WVUCI image.
This position is based in Morgantown, WV. Employees are expected to work on-site a minimum of three (3) days per week, with the opportunity to work remotely on approved days in accordance with departmental needs and University policy.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
- 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
What You'll Do
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Coordinates internal and external relationships with community and/or clinical partners to improve cancer health outcomes in West Virginia.
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Identifies, develops, and maintains partnerships with strategic stakeholders, community, and professional partners, and various community-based organizations throughout West Virginia and the Appalachian region.
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Coordinates and facilitates internal and external programmatic meetings to monitor progress of grant-funded projects or initiatives as assigned. This includes developing agendas, facilitating meetings, recording meeting minutes, disseminating meeting minutes and action items as appropriate, and monitoring progress on identified action items and program deliverables.
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Contributes to the design and dissemination of innovative, culturally appropriate, evidence-based programs, content, and services. Provides technical assistance and expertise in program planning, implementation, evaluation, and applied research.
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Documents program progress, assessing strengths/weaknesses, and develops and implements strategies to improve outcomes and deliverables.
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Develops and disseminates cancer information creating resources such as handouts, flyers, presentations, internal and external communications, videos, photographs, posters, infographics, social media, websites, etc. as relevant to both internal and external stakeholders.
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Assists with applications for additional funding opportunities for CPC projects. Provides data to support development of documentation as required by internal and external stakeholders.
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Participates in the implementation of the mission, vision, and strategic plan for the WVU Cancer Institute and Department of Cancer Prevention and Control.
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Participates in required conferences, training seminars, and regular team meetings. Including conferences and training seminars provided by WVU Cancer Institute, Mountains of Hope (MOH) Cancer Coalition meetings, and other related meetings. Represents WVU Cancer Institute and/or Cancer Prevention and Control at state, regional, and national meetings and conferences.
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Develops and delivers presentations on cancer prevention, cancer screening, health literacy, and cultural competency as needed.
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Submits or assists with submission of articles, abstracts, and posters to promote programmatic work and outreach of CPC.
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Functions as a member of the CPC staff and participates in staff meetings, training sessions, program meetings, and others as required. Completes all required WVU trainings and certifications. Collaborates with other CPC staff and programs to extend the reach of CPC. Assists with other CPC program activities as requested by leadership.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong management, organization, and multi-tasking skills.
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Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
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High attention to detail.
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Skilled at writing correspondence and preparing reports.
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Ability to operate the necessary computer, software (Microsoft Office), web-based and other high-tech equipment relative to the program.
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Skilled in development and use of social media, social media design and website management.
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Skilled in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
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Ability to work in multidisciplinary team environment and to coordinate participation of team members from various backgrounds.
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Skilled in group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution.
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Ability to manage health education programs, event planning, group dynamics, leadership, program assessment, evaluation, and practice facilitation.
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Ability to work as part of a team and with a significant degree of independence.
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Commitment to principles of community and diversity.
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Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays, working outside the traditional work week when needed.
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Ability to maintain proper attendance and punctuality standards.
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Willingness to seek consultation and supervision as needed.
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Knowledge of current health issues, health education and behavioral theories, and health information needs of the medically underserved preferred.
Requirements
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Valid Driver's license related to travel requirements of the position
About WVU
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting: Jul 20, 2026
Posting Classification: Non-Classified
Exemption Status: Exempt
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Schedule: Full-time
