Research Manager - Southern United States

Ancestry

4d•$64,300 - $76,351

About The Position

Ancestry seeks a Research Manager to join its Southern U.S. research team. The team works with multiple clients to help them discover more about their ancestors and where they came from around the world. It also supports AncestryProGenealogists’ travel and marketing department and the Public Relations team. The Research Manager oversees client research projects, coordinates work by team members and contractors, and ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. The role also manages genealogical research conducted by multiple researchers at archives and libraries, both online and onsite, and ensures high-quality research and final deliverables. The manager develops and mentors research pod members and teaches genealogists with varying levels of ability.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience as a professional genealogist.
A bachelor’s or four-year degree in Family History, History, or another Humanities or Social Science subject.
At least 2 years of project management experience, specifically managing stakeholders, risks, cost, scope, and schedule.
Proficiency in Southern U.S. research and an understanding of the relevant records.

Responsibilities

Manage research projects, communicate with clients, and set expectations.
Assign research to team members and contractors, ensuring projects are completed within the specified time frame and on budget.
Manage efficient genealogical research by multiple team members at archives and libraries, online and onsite, to solve clients’ research challenges.
Ensure the quality of research and final products.
Develop and mentor research pod members.
Direct and teach genealogists with varying levels of ability.