Research Project Manager

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Research Project Manager. The role involves managing research operations, timelines, personnel, and resources to support basic and translational studies. The manager will coordinate study activities, troubleshoot challenges, mentor personnel, assist with grant management, and contribute to data analysis and scientific reporting.

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Manage research operations, project timelines, personnel, and resources
Coordinate study activities and troubleshoot scientific and operational issues
Mentor and train laboratory personnel
Support grant management including proposal preparation and progress reports
Conduct data analysis, manuscript preparation, and scientific reporting
Work closely with principal investigators, trainees, staff, and collaborators
Required education: Master’s degree (MA)
Minimum 4 years of related experience
Salary range: $52,021 to $85,800 per year
No supervisory responsibilities

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Job Title	Research Project Manager
Requisition Number	RE54910
Working Title
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
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 experimenation
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
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.

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Job Title	Research Project Manager
Requisition Number	RE54910
Working Title
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
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 experimenation
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
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.

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

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