Program Manager

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Manager in the Department of Emergency Medicine within the New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS ). The Program Manager oversees the administration, operations, and programmatic functions of ongoing programs, ensuring they adhere to institutional policies and contribute to policy development. This role includes managing program activities, collaborating on study protocols, and guiding the analysis and reporting of research data. The Senior Project Manager integrates program management with research efforts, whether involving human subjects or laboratory studies, to achieve program objectives effectively.

Provides technical advice, problem-solving assistance, and answers to questions regarding program goals and policy interpretations. Refer issues to the appropriate department or person when necessary.

Develops, monitors, and reconciles program and research budgets and grants. Assist in preparing proposals for corporate, foundation, and donor funding. Oversee the reconciliation of budget expenditures.

Hire program staff and manage performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and other personnel transactions. Supervise subordinate personnel and provide guidance on research methods and techniques.

Develop and implement new or revised program goals, strategies, and objectives. Create and manage program work plans, oversee projects and daily operations, and coordinate activities through assigned staff.

Maintain liaison with other departments to coordinate program activities and training, ensure cooperative efforts, and optimize resource utilization.

Administers procedures and systems, and ensure effective dissemination of information to staff.

FLSA
FLSA Exempt

Grade
Grade 32S

Salary Details
Minimum Salary 116601.000

Mid Range Salary 147501.000

Maximum Salary 178400.000

Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours
Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

Master's degree in public health or relevant field plus six (6) years of experience as indicated and research and ISM experience.

One (1) year of Supervisor experience required.

Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of how to accomplish superior performance in an administrative or management role.

Excellent writing and proposal development skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies and best practices.

Experience in life cycle project management preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

No significant physical demands aside from routine office work.

Must be able to lift or exert a force up to thirty-five (35) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ;

Location Details
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title
Program Manager Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department NJMS - Emergency Medicine Overview

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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Master's Degree in Public Health or a relevant field plus six (6) years of experience as indicated and research and ISM experience or equivalent education, experience and/or training that may be substituted for the degree requirements?

Yes

No

• Do you have one (1) year of supervisory experience?

Yes

No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Certifications/Licenses

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