Project Manager I, Gerontology

As a Project Manager I in Gerontology at our Winston-Salem location, your main responsibilities will include overseeing the implementation phases of the Care Giver Trauma Study, coordinating community recruitment efforts, managing data collection, and ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulations. You'll be instrumental in translating project goals into actionable tasks while liaising with various agencies.

To be considered for the Project Manager I position in Gerontology, you will need a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Psychology or Nursing, along with three years of relevant experience. A Master’s degree and supervisory experience will be preferred and will strengthen your application.

Essential skills for a successful Project Manager I at the Care Giver Trauma Study include excellent communication skills, both oral and written, strong interpersonal abilities, and a solid understanding of scientific principles. Additionally, being organized and detail-oriented will help ensure the successful completion of the study tasks.

A Project Manager I in Gerontology will work in a clean, well-lit office environment located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This professional setting is designed to foster productivity and comfort, allowing you to focus on your critical project management tasks.

The Project Manager I plays a pivotal role in the success of the Care Giver Trauma Study by ensuring that all phases of the study are executed smoothly and that all legal and regulatory requirements are met. Your strategic planning, coordination, and oversight will directly impact the quality and timeliness of the project’s outcomes.

When answering this question, highlight specific research projects you've managed, outlining your role, the outcomes achieved, and any challenges you faced. Discuss your approach to ensuring project timelines are met and how you handled stakeholder communication.

Discuss your strategy for team coordination, including regular meetings, clear delineation of tasks, and fostering open communication. Providing examples of past successes can illustrate your effectiveness in maintaining team alignment and motivation.

Describe your familiarity with pertinent regulations and guidelines, including your methods for monitoring compliance. Sharing examples of how you've successfully navigated audits or regulatory challenges will provide insight into your proactive approach.

Talk about the data collection methods you prefer, whether qualitative or quantitative, and the tools you’ve used to track progress. Providing examples of how these methods contributed to successful project outcomes can bolster your answer.

When discussing this, outline a specific project where timeline management was critical. Explain how you set milestones, tracked progress, and adjusted plans as necessary to keep the project on schedule.

Share a specific challenge you encountered in a community recruitment effort, detailing how you adapted your approach, engaged stakeholders, and ultimately achieved your goals. This demonstrates your problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Explain your communication strategies, including regular updates, feedback loops, and active listening. Be sure to share how these practices have built trust and fostered collaboration among project stakeholders.

Discuss your roles in creating or maintaining project documents, emphasizing your attention to detail and how clearly documented procedures have improved the efficiency of your projects. Illustrating past experiences can help convey your expertise.

Describe your method for prioritizing tasks based on project requirements, timelines, and resource availability. Examples of effective prioritization that led to successful project outcomes will strengthen your response.

Express your passion for gerontology and how your own values align with the mission of improving the lives of caregivers. Sharing personal anecdotes or experiences can make your answer memorable and heartfelt.