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Research Project Manager

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jun 06, 2025
Research Project Manager Research Project Manager Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine Location: 1747 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL 60608 Requisition ID:11032631 Posting Close Date: 06/18/2025 Salary: $60,000.00-$62,000.00 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. The Institute for Juvenile Research (IJR) in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Research Project Manager to support several community-partnered research studies. The Research Project Manager will work on various projects under the direction of multiple principal investigators within IJR. IJR's mission is to develop and promote effective policy and practices to prevent mental health difficulties and relieve the mental health burden of children and families living in prevalent poverty urban communities through research, teaching, and direct service. The Research Project Manager is primarily responsible for the oversight and execution of goals, tasks, and milestones for the Better Together Integrating MOUD in African American Community Settings (NIH HEAL Initiative) study at UIC. This position will oversee timelines and deliverables and facilitate study activities between the clinical hub site, community partners, and the clinical trials team within the Department of Psychiatry. They will play a role in recruitment and QA activities. The Research Project Manager will also serve as coordinator for the Great Lakes Node within the Clinical Trials Network. The Research Project Manager will maintain communications with various stakeholders, ensure appropriate and timely reporting, and adjust protocols and procedures as required. This role requires intricate planning to ensure the appropriate sequencing and timing of tasks, complex coordination of diverse teams, resource management, and effective problem solving. The successful candidate will be exceptionally meticulous, possess strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to juggle multiple tasks and strong interpersonal skills. The Research Project Manager will follow established research protocols to recruit and consent participants; facilitate interventions; collect and manage quantitative and qualitative data, coordinate the maintenance of data collection and analysis tools; and maintain positive relationships with community partners. The candidate will also prepare research results for presentations and reports, with opportunities to contribute to publications, grants, and presentations. The candidate may perform other duties related to psychological research and participate in special projects as assigned. Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties): With guidance, training, and supervision from the Clinical Trials Manager, study project managers, and project PIs, candidates must be able to: Assess protocols to develop research project plans, manage project activities, and meet goals, secure needed resources, and verify that inventory is maintained by the team. Coordinate recruitment efforts. Contribute to completion of goals and tasks as outlined in the project plan by actively assuming responsibility for components of the research necessary for its timely completion. Track progress against milestones and project plans. Update and revise plan as required to meet the goals of the project. Facilitate meetings with appropriate parties and attend events at partner sites. Lead efforts to monitor and report progress and outcomes for the project to principal investigator and other study team members. Resolve or escalate issues in a timely manner. Lead study team efforts for communication of information and opportunities for discussion and problem-solving by coordinating regular study team meetings and other meetings as needed. Engage stakeholders, including research collaborators, other study team members, consortium members and participants to collect and communicate research requirements, and set expectations for research-related work for team. Facilitate partnerships across various research resources, including investigators, sponsors, study teams, designers, vendors, and external collaborators. Utilize research expertise and problem-solving skills to contribute to the conduct of the study and completion of research goals. Lead the research project life cycle from activation through close-out, leading team efforts to complete all activities and complying with regulations to ensure that project goals are met. Review, approve and manage changes in project scope and schedule and ensure the operationalization of changes. Provide ongoing assistance to the principal investigator and other team members in prioritizing study related tasks. Delegate and prioritize and assist others with prioritizing study tasks. This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. A minimum of three-year related research experience is required. The selected candidate would possess and apply knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices, and method, have the ability to commute to community partner sites, have experience working with substance use treatment or research, and have experience working with populations who may have been estranged from healthcare systems. Benefits and Compensation: The previously determined salary range for this position is $60,000.00 to $62,000.00. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. The final salary will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Benefits - System Human Resource Services. All applications must be submitted online through the following UIC Job Board link: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15098?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3ca02e56493562499ba95f517d09a8d6