Research Project Manager

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Research Project Manager. This role involves overseeing daily operations of a federally funded Research Coordination Network grant, managing events such as meetings and webinars, coordinating budgets, and ensuring grant compliance. The manager will also handle website maintenance, document creation, communication strategies, and relationship management across the global research network.

Highlights

Manage day-to-day operations of a federally funded Research Coordination Network (RCN) grant.
Plan and coordinate in-person meetings, annual summits, webinars, and virtual events.
Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to manage budgets, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Design and maintain project websites, develop communication strategies, and manage network relationships.
Occasional travel to events and conferences as needed.
Required education: Master's degree (MA) with 4 years of related experience.
Proficient in event planning and communication skills.
Salary range: $52,021 to $85,800 per year.
Full-time staff position, working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Department: Institutional Research Analytics Support.

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Job Title	Research Project Manager
Requisition Number	RE51592
Working Title
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
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	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.

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Job Title	Research Project Manager
Requisition Number	RE51592
Working Title
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
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	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.

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