University of Kentucky
Research Project Manager
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University of Kentucky is hiring a Research Project Manager. The role involves managing multiple ongoing and upcoming research projects within a Markey Cancer Center lab, including program administration, protocol implementation, subject recruitment, coordination, database management, quality assurance, and staff supervision. The manager will also assist with manuscript publications, grant writing, and training personnel under the Principal Investigator's guidance.
Highlights
- Manage research projects in a cancer center lab, overseeing operations and ensuring protocol compliance.
- Administer study protocols, recruit research subjects, coordinate activities, and manage databases.
- Supervise and train research staff on research protocols and policies.
- Assist with manuscript publication processes and grant writing submissions.
- Required skills include working with databases, REDCap, PowerPoint, budgeting, and effective communication.
- Position requires a Master's degree with 4+ years of research project management and at least 2 years supervisory experience.
- Preferred qualifications include Project Management certification and experience with clinical trial protocols and strong REDCap skills.
- Salary range is $52,021 to $85,800 per year, full-time staff position.
- Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Department: Behavioral Science at the University of Kentucky’s Markey Cancer Center.
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| Job Title | Research Project Manager |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE54384 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE |
| 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 at computer workstation for extended periods |
| Shift | Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. |
| Job Summary | A Markey Cancer Center research lab is seeking an individual for management of several ongoing and upcoming research projects. Duties will include program administration, study protocol implementation, research subject recruitment, coordination and database management, quality assurance, research operations oversight, supervision of research staff, training of personnel on research protocols and policies, assistance with manuscript publication process, assistance with grant writing and submission, and other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI). It is very important that you provide a comprehensive and detailed Work History in this section. Information on a resume or CV cannot be substituted for completing the application fields. The data you provide within the Work History application fields will be used to determine related experience and salary offers, so please include each position you have held. Multiple job titles with the same employer must have separate entries. Please provide details of your Job Duties, Start and End Dates, Hours Worked, and Pay. IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered) |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Some skills with data bases, REDCap, PowerPoint, excellent communication skills, able to engage in problem solving, budgeting, personnel training |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Project Management certification, qualitative or quantitative research experience, clinical trial protocols Master’s with 4+ years of research project management and 2+ years supervision of research tasks and training staff preferred; Strong REDCap skills preferred |
| Deadline to Apply | 05/19/2026 |
| 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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- More than 5 years, up through 7 years
- More than 7 years, up through 10 years
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