President and Chief Operating Officer

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Huntsman Cancer Foundation in the search for a President and Chief Operating Officer.

Reporting to the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, the President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) will lead the Huntsman Cancer Foundation team, defining strategic objectives and fundraising strategies, including the design and implementation of near- and long-term growth strategies. The President and COO will oversee foundation operational and fiscal integrity, administration, and personnel management, working in close partnership with the Chief Executive Officer of the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

This exceptional leader will drive the mission of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation (HCF) to ensure the future of cutting-edge research and capital projects at the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), leveraging a proven track record of building successful development programs, inspiring donors to higher levels of giving, and establishing transformative philanthropic partnerships. With a commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, the President and COO will recruit, retain, and inspire a high-performing foundation team. The President and COO will develop and execute strategic initiatives to increase philanthropic revenue and donor retention, while also serving as a key partner to the Chief Executive Officers of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation and the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

In 1995, the Huntsman family started the Huntsman Cancer Foundation to ensure the future of cutting-edge research at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Every dollar raised fuels research, supports patient care, and brings the institute closer to the day when all forms of cancer are preventable and treatable. HCF’s singular purpose—to further the mission of Huntsman Cancer Institute—is advanced due to the support of a community of donors and fundraisers. By funding efforts to understand the beginnings of cancer better and more effectively treat cancer, supporters help relieve suffering and improve the quality of life for cancer patients, survivors, and their families. Huntsman Cancer Foundation is dedicated to ensuring excellence in these endeavors through the development and prudent stewardship of private resources. All Huntsman Cancer Institute fundraising initiatives happen through HCF, which is a public, functionally integrated, Type III 501(c)(3) organization.

At its core, Huntsman Cancer Institute reduces human suffering. Its doctors and researchers work together to understand cancer and find breakthroughs to improve lives. Its comprehensive support for patients and their families ensures no one faces cancer alone. Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is the designated National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center for Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. It proudly serves those with all types of cancer throughout the Mountain West. Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah seeks a future free from cancer. Its mission is to understand cancer from its beginnings, use that knowledge in the creation and improvement of cancer treatments, relieve the suffering of cancer patients, and provide education about cancer risk, prevention, and care. To realize this, the institute prioritizes and assesses community health, patient access, and improved outcomes, reducing barriers to care for all.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is leading the way in cancer care. Its commitment to patients pushes the institute to explore new frontiers in cancer treatments and therapies. Its hospitals and clinics have state-of-the-art technology, enabling them to offer the best in cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Treatments are tailored to each person, offering highly targeted therapies and fewer side effects. Huntsman Cancer Institute is a leader in immunotherapy, harnessing the power of the immune system to treat cancer. Its minimally invasive surgeries provide faster recovery times and reduced complications. HCI also develops and uses targeted therapies that stop cancer growth and protect healthy tissue.

A bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of professional experience is required for this position. The Huntsman Cancer Foundation will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to the foundation, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation as well as the responsibilities and qualifications stated in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $300,000 to $350,000 annually plus bonus.

The Huntsman Cancer Foundation is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Michael Carver at michaelcarver@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1643.