Research Project Manager

Base pay range $52,021.00/yr - $85,800.00/yr Job Title Research Project Manager Requisition Number RE51592 Department Name 1B700:Institutional Research Analytics Support 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 Sitting long periods of time Shift Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm 40 hours/week Job Summary The Research Project Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of a federally funded Research Coordination Network (RCN) grant. This initiative focuses on building a global community in the emerging field of research analytics, responsible research evaluation, and the use of artificial intelligence in research administration. Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating a variety of events such as in-person meetings, an annual summit, webinars, and virtual gatherings, while ensuring all project activities are executed efficiently and on schedule. The Project Manager will work closely with the Principal Investigator to manage budgets, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with grant requirements. Additional duties include website design and maintenance, creation of project-related documents, development of communication strategies, and relationship management across the network. Occasional travel to events and conferences is required, as determined in consultation with the Principal Investigator. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Communication, detail oriented, event planning Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Master’s degree Deadline To Apply 09/17/2025 Our University Community We 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr