Research Project Manager for Stability Projects

General Summary of Position :

Under the general direction of the Stability Project PI, the Research Project Manager manages the day-to-day operations of the two-year research project. The position is responsible for the implementation of research projects from inception to completion and manages and coordinates these activities.

Manage day-to-day logistics and operational needs of research projects, including recruiting, retaining and measuring study participants. Identify necessary resources to perform project work, monitor work progress including participant recruitment, follow-ups and measurements, report development, and oversee its timely completion. Assume responsibility for communication with relevant staff and students in implementing appropriate project designs and work plans, convene team meetings. Identify and address problems which may adversely affect performance of project work.

Minimum Qualifications (Required) :

• Graduate degree with 5+ years of project management experience, academic project management preferred
• Will consider candidates with Bachelor's degree +10 years of related experience
• Proficient in use of productivity software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
• Knowledge of federal requirements for the conduct of human studies. Certification in Human Subjects Research required.
• Experience with research assistant team desired; coordinator or manager experience preferred
• Experience working in and / or with academic institutions and federal research grants.
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent ability to effectively communicate with diverse study participants, community organizations, faculty and staff
• Outstanding organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to off-site locations

Additional Considerations :

Preferred Qualifications :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA / GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is a Grants & Contracts (MTA / GRACE) bargaining unit position, Grade P17.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

The University of Massachusetts President's Office welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.