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Chief of Staff

University of Pittsburgh
locationPittsburgh, PA, USA
PublishedPublished: 4/7/2026
Full Time

Chief of Staff

UPCI Administration-Office of the Director - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001884)


This is a pivotal executive leadership position within UPMC Hillman Cancer Center responsible for providing support for the Cancer Center Director. The incumbent will assist the Director in preparing for meetings, retaining a working knowledge of their obligations to ensure they are in the right place at the right time, provide written materials as directed eg. written briefs, progress reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, letters of support coming from the office of the Director. They will also be expected to facilitate project management of large-scale proposals, including integration of data and documentation from multiple sources and preparation of collaborative proposals. They will take responsibility for the team of staff in the office of the Director to organize and facilitate guest visits and meetings in coordination with other departments, including travel, background materials, staffing and presentations. A strong preference will be given to candidates with a master’s degree or PhD.


Job Summary

Provides leadership for the School’s strategic priorities and the operations that support them. Works closely with the School’s academic leadership, research leadership, business leadership and the University to support excellence and distinction in fulfilling the School’s mission and goals.


Essential Functions

Works in support of the Cancer Center Director as Chief of Staff – fulfilling job responsibilities outlined above. Writes, edits, and prepares written and presentation materials for meetings with internal and external stakeholders, University leadership and/or programmatic staff; Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; must demonstrate the ability to write and speak in public settings as well as ability to communicate with a variety of audiences. Strong use of Sharepoint and Teams; Must demonstrate ability to multi-task, prioritize to meet deadlines, attention to details and accuracy as well as time management skills and follow thru.


Physical Effort

Little physical effort required.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Director - Business Strategy

Job Family: Business Operations & Administration

Job Sub Family: Operational Leadership

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: $78,501.00 - $104,667.00

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter



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