Drexel University
Senior Project Manager
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- Lead coordination of mixed-methods data collection across pilot sites.
- Plan and implement seminars, international engagements, and site visits.
- Manage IRB protocols, contracts, data-sharing agreements, and financial reporting.
- Write academic content for diverse audiences and represent the project externally.
- Support grant proposal development and participate in administrative meetings with agency partners.
- Proficient in project management within criminal justice or related fields.
- Requires a Master's Degree in Criminology or equivalent education and experience with at least 5 years in the field.
- Must have valid passport and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
- Preferred qualifications include project management experience in public sector or prisons and a doctoral degree.
- Annual salary range is $62,630 - $93,950 based on qualifications and experience.
Senior Project Manager Full Description
Job Summary
The Project Director will provide operational leadership and strategic support for the Scandinavian Prison Project (SPP). This role is responsible for managing research operations, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and external representation to ensure the successful implementation of SPP project goals.
This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds. Â
Essential Functions
- Collaborate with project PIâs and initiative leads to coordinate mixed-methods primary data collection across all pilot sitesÂ
- Develop processes for internal planning and process meetings, with primary responsibility for planning, follow-up, and delegation of action items
- Work with SPP staff on the planning and implementation of SPP seminars (development, planning, and dissemination), international engagements, site visits, and other activitiesÂ
- Perform academic writing, for technical and non-technical audiences
- Identify and manage communications with key academic and agency stakeholders to support SPP implementation and collaboration
- Support PIs in managing staff working on the development, submission, and maintenance of IRB protocol(s), including amendments, reliance, and updates, IC agreements, and subcontractsÂ
- Coordinate management of contracts (financial and employment) and data-sharing agreements, including SPP subcontractsÂ
- Support budget management activities and contribute to financial and substantive reporting to project fundersÂ
- Contribute to research activities, outputs, and deliverables, as appropriate
- Assist in the development of future grant proposals to sustain and expand project initiatives
- Attend, on behalf of SPP leadership, planning and administrative meetings with agency partnersÂ
- Represent the project at external convenings, public forums, and policy discussions, as warrantedÂ
- Participate in site visits, in Pennsylvania and Scandinavia, as neededÂ
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Master's Degree in Criminology or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in criminal justice or related field.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally throughout the year.
- Valid Passport.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management within the public sector or prison setting.
- PhD or doctoral degree.
Location
- University City - Philadelphia, PA
Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade L. Compensation for this grade ranges from $62,630 - $93,95 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidateâs qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexelâs compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexelâs Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter describing interest in the project description above when submitting your application.
Candidates should also include the names and email addresses of 2 references.Â
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
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