Research Project Manager

As part of the Research Project Management Office (PMO) within the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED). The Research Project Manager will champion and drive research and economic development at UNL by providing robust and comprehensive grants facilitation services on large, complex, and translational projects. The PMO enables coordination and oversight of programs and projects, in support of research driven initiatives. The Research Project Manager is a customer-facing consultative role that provides a process driven approach, operating procedures and supporting systems to lead successful projects throughout the project lifecycle.

The Research Project Manager (RPM) I: Work with faculty and staff to support research project teams, by providing specialized guidance in project management strategy, approach, implementation, quality control, and support for the research project during proposal development and eventually post-award management. Provide oversight and training for departmental-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities on managed research projects.

The Research Project Manager (RPM) II: Work with faculty and staff to lead multiple research project teams, by providing specialized guidance in project management strategy, approach, implementation, quality control, and support for the research projects during proposal development and post-award management. Provide oversight, training and/or mentoring for PMO interns. Also provide oversight and training for departmental-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lincoln, NE 68503: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• PMP (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lincoln, NE 68503