The UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks an The Events & Program Operations Specialist to support the Cancer Center’s Research Administration and Strategic Planning Operations team by managing logistics, optimizing systems, and strengthening vendor and participant relationships. This role bridges the Events Manager, academic programs, and partner departments, ensuring consistent execution, high-quality experiences, and continuous improvement through feedback and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for recurring seminars, visiting speakers, and internal academic events

• Assist the Events manager with planning and execution of all conferences, symposiums, and large events.

• Assist the Research Administration and Strategic Planning Operations team with the daily operations of the Cancer Center. Which may include basic budget projection, supply and equipment ordering, maintaining databases, and supporting other ongoing administrative functions.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelors Degree required.

Experience: 1+ year of relevant professional experience required.

Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers, however, there is a significant amount of walking when hosting speakers and setting up events. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range : Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Exemption Status: This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

Funding Details: This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

Work Arrangement: This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

About UVA and the Community: To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Application Timeline: Application review will begin after December 9, 2025.

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Visa Sponsorship: This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply: Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0078529. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter is optional but strongly encouraged

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.

Reference Check Process: Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact: For questions about the position, please contact Muzet Felgar. For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.