Research Project Manager

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

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About The Position

The Research Project Manager (RPM) supports the University of Notre Dame’s research enterprise by providing professional project management and research administration expertise for large, complex research programs and projects. The RPM applies project management methodologies and institutional processes to plan, track, analyze, and report on research activities. The position may provide ongoing management support for one or more projects or temporary or specialized support across multiple projects and initiatives. Working independently under general direction from a Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the RPM coordinates activities critical to research success and contributes specialized project management and institutional expertise to promote effective coordination, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in project management, research administration, or a related field.
• CAPM or PMP certification required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Ability to interface and collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management and research administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professionalism, discretion, adaptability, and independent judgment to support complex, dynamic, and evolving research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage research programs and projects using project management methodologies, tools, and institutional processes.
• Track project progress, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resources; analyze data and prepare clear, actionable reports for PIs and research stakeholders.
• Coordinate research activities and ensure alignment with institutional policies, procedures, and deadlines.
• Collaborate with faculty, research teams, and campus administrative offices on behalf of the PI and research program or project.
• Provide guidance and process support related to research administration, compliance, and research operations workflows.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies; develop, recommend, and support implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Identify efficiencies, best practices, and process enhancements to improve research project execution.
• Lead and facilitate communication among diverse stakeholders to promote clarity, accountability, and successful outcomes.
• Coordinate activities across internal and external partners for large-scale, multi-institutional, or high-risk research initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level