Research Project Manager

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleResearch Project ManagerRequisition NumberRE55198Working TitleDepartment Name7P170:Dept of Epidemiology & Environ HealthWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$53,061-87,526/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: Related Experience4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, lifting <10 lbs

ShiftPrimarily days Monday – Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed, including occasional travel.

Job SummaryThis high level position will entail managing daily research operations (population-based participant recruitment, Institutional Review Board (IRB) coordination, data entry, manuscript preparation, budgeting, supervising study staff) for a research study on covid-19 vaccination in eastern Kentucky. Must be able to interact effectively with participants over web and phone-based communications as well as in community locations and have strong research and time management skills.

A complete application includes a CV, Cover Letter, and at least 3 references (including names and contact information).

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office; Qualtrics, REDCap or other online survey software, Stata, SPSS or SAS, NVIVO, online project management software; reference management software; Adobe. Driver’s License Preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s degree (Public Health, social/behavioral sciences, or related field) plus 3 or more years related experience in project management, training, IRB coordination, manuscript writing, database

Deadline to Apply08/06/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents1. Curriculum Vita

1. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities

PI286050892

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

RE55198