Research Project Manager

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

1d • $90,000

About The Position

The Research Project Manager (RPM) supports the University’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 role may provide ongoing project or program management support for one or more research projects, or temporary or specialized support across multiple research projects and initiatives concurrently.

Working with a high degree of independence and receiving general direction from the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the RPM executes and coordinates activities critical to research success. The role contributes specialized project management knowledge and institutional expertise, helping ensure effective coordination, compliance, and operational efficiency across complex research efforts.

The Research Project Manager works closely with faculty investigators and research teams across the University and regularly engages with administrative partners across campus. The position requires professionalism, discretion, adaptability, and independent judgment to support complex, dynamic, and evolving research initiatives.

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.

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.
• Serve as a central point of coordination for research activities, ensuring alignment with institutional policies, procedures, and key deadlines.
• Collaborate with faculty, research teams, and administrative offices across campus 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 support effective research project execution.
• Lead and facilitate communication among diverse stakeholders to promote clarity, accountability, and successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate activities across internal and external partners in support of large-scale, multi-institutional, or high-risk research initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time