Implementation Science & Research Development Officer

About Binaytara

Binaytara is a global nonprofit advancing equity in cancer care through education, research, advocacy, and direct patient services. We organize nearly 50 CME-accredited oncology conferences each year, operate the OncoBlast gamified learning platform, and manage the Binaytara Cancer Hospital in Janakpur, Nepal—the only dedicated cancer center in Madhesh Province, serving over 6 million people.

Position Summary

Binaytara is seeking an in-person Implementation Science & Research Development Officer to lead applied research projects and drive fund development efforts that support cancer care delivery innovations in the U.S. and globally. This dual-role position is ideal for a dynamic researcher with strong grant-writing skills and a passion for translating science into action and impact.

The successful candidate will oversee implementation science initiatives that improve access to evidence-based oncology care, especially in low-resource settings, and secure funding through research-informed proposals and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate implementation science studies in support of Binaytara’s mission to reduce cancer care disparities.
• Identify research priorities aligned with organizational goals and global health needs.
• Lead the development of high-quality grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, and other funders.
• Collaborate with program teams in Nepal and the U.S. to pilot and scale cancer care delivery innovations.
• Conduct research on barriers to care, treatment adherence, education uptake, and systems-level interventions.
• Evaluate outcomes and reach of educational platforms (e.g., OncoBlast) and continuing medical education initiatives.
• Develop compelling impact narratives based on research findings to support donor engagement and reporting.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to research capacity-building efforts at Binaytara.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and represent Binaytara at relevant academic and professional forums.

Qualifications

• PhD or DrPH in Implementation Science, Public Health, Health Services Research, or related field.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting applied implementation research.
• Proven success in grant writing and securing competitive research funding.
• Familiarity with implementation science frameworks (e.g., CFIR, RE-AIM, PRISM).
• Strong writing, analytical, and project management skills.
• Understanding of healthcare systems in both high-resource and low-resource settings; South Asia experience is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally 1-2 times per year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cancer care delivery or oncology-focused research.
• Experience evaluating CME or digital education programs.
• Peer-reviewed publications in implementation science, global health, or related fields.

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to combine research leadership and strategic fund development.
• A collaborative team environment grounded in equity and global health impact.
• Opportunities for academic collaboration and scholarly publication.
• In-person engagement with a mission-driven nonprofit in the Seattle Metro.
• International travel and cross-cultural learning.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Have you received grant funding from a government entity or another organization for implementation science research?
• Have you published research findings in peer-reviewed healthcare journals?

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Implementation Science Research: 7 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellevue, WA 98007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person