Research Project Manager - Public Health Sciences

Penn State University • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) in the College of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Research Project Manager to support the research activity for a large multicenter research consortium funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in which PHS serves as the Data Coordinating Center (DCC). Nine medical centers serve as the recruitment clinical centers for the consortium (five in the USA, two in the United Kingdom, and two in Australia). The successful candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within team settings. This position will report directly to the Principal Investigator of the DCC. The Research Project Manager will use the following software and applications: Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as those specific to internal departmental operations (Data Management System, PAINS, Qualtrics, etc.). This position will offer the opportunity for flexible work arrangements and be considered a remote or a hybrid position.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Detailed-oriented and driven to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Outstanding organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative
• Bachelor's Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education

Responsibilities

• Serving as the Coordinator of the IAHC Stakeholder Engagement Committee
• Serving as the Coordinator of the IAHC Recruitment and Retention Committee
• Managing various IAHC-wide certifications
• Assisting with various IAHC-wide certifications
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

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