Research Project Manager

Research Project Manager

Job Title - Research Project Manager

Department Name - 7H750:PHYSIOLOGY

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 46

Salary Range - $52,021-85,800/year

Type of Position - Staff

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - MA

Required Related Experience - 4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification - None

Physical Requirements - Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.

Shift - Primarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings and weekends may be possible due to experimentation

Job Summary - The successful candidate will help manage research operations, project timelines, personnel, and resources while ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. Working closely with the PI, trainees, staff, and collaborators, this individual will facilitate basic and translational research studies. Responsibilities include coordinating study activities, troubleshooting scientific/operational challenges, mentoring/training lab personnel, and supporting grant management activities, including proposal preparation, progress reports, and tracking project milestones. Additional responsibilities include data analysis, manuscript preparation, and scientific reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills and thrive in a collaborative research environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply - 07/01/2026

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Briefly describe your experience with program or project management. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vita