Research Project Manager

University of Pittsburgh, United States

Updated: about 22 hours ago

Research Project Manager
Med-Pediatrics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001046)
 

This position is for the Division of General Academic Pediatrics (GAP) within the Department of Pediatrics. The Research Project Manager will oversee the day‑to‑day coordination, compliance, and execution of a multi‑year, PCORI‑funded clinical effectiveness research project evaluating treatments for sinus and ear infections in children. This role ensures that all project activities, milestones, reporting requirements, and regulatory obligations are completed on time and in accordance with PCORI policies, federal regulations, and institutional standards. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.



Job Summary

Manages all aspects of one or more projects for a research program and oversees all aspects of the project lifecycle. Provides leadership, technical direction, coordination, and expertise across projects. Analyzes progress and/or performance and prepares reports. Ensures compliance with budget, scope, timeline, and regulations. Assists with external communications.


Essential Functions 

• Manages all aspects of one or more projects for a research program, including the planning, design, and implementation.

• Oversees all aspects of the project lifecycle (e.g., planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery).

• Assures project management tasks are completed on time, in scope, and in adherence to all applicable regulations.

• Coordinates the work activities for and across multiple functions; ensures positive delivery of project.

• Provides leadership, technical direction, and expertise across projects.

• Tracks and prepares analyses of progress and/or associated performance indicators against milestones, including budgetary adherence to guidelines. Facilitates reporting of data for better understanding and improvement of outcomes. Prepares reports for senior management.

• Assists with the selection, negotiation, and management of all activities regarding external consultants and/or vendors.

• Maintains applicable government and regulatory body communication.


Physical Effort 

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The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

 
Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Research Project Manager
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Research Program Support
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Shift determined by manager. This position will be on site with a potential for hybrid work.
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter

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