Proposal Project Manager (Hybrid) Office of Sponsored Programs - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000711)
The Proposal Project Manager is an integral part of the Office of Sponsored Programs Research Concierge Program team, who supports faculty in applying for multi/interdisciplinary proposals for external funding opportunities that align with the goals of the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and the Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Research (Pitt Research). The incumbent will work collaboratively within OSP as well as with Pitt Research leadership, faculty, and research teams to provide project management guidance for large-scale, complex, strategic, and collaborative proposal efforts, as well as small and mid-size proposals. This position will also help build teams for funding proposal collaboration and partnership.
The Proposal Project Manager must have experience in research (research development, proposal development, research administration, or conducting research). The candidate will understand sponsored program funding and have the necessary communication skills to address a broad range of stakeholders within and outside of academic environments. Experience working with teams to develop complex multi-investigator proposals is preferred. Experience working at a higher education institution is preferred. A bachelor's degree is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) is a mission-driven central office that values a team-oriented workplace and actively encourages internal career advancement.
For this position, a professional development opportunity to obtain Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may be offered. OSP partners with faculty and staff to support the University's $1.25B annual research enterprise. For more information on the University of Pittsburgh's research accomplishments, watch the Annual Report 2024-2025 video at this link:
https://www.research.pitt.edu/report.
This is a hybrid position with a combination of on-campus and remote work as determined by the Office of Sponsored Programs. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this opportunity.
Job Summary
Manages all aspects of one or more projects for a research program and oversees all aspects of the project lifecycle. Provides leadership, technical direction, coordination, and expertise across projects. Analyzes progress and/or performance and prepares reports. Ensures compliance with budget, scope, timeline, and regulations. Assists with external communications.
Essential Functions
This position requires interpersonal communication skills, analytical and organizational skills, and computer software proficiency. Must be able to interact with both internal and external project-related and associated personnel in a professional capacity.
Physical Effort
This position is generally sedentary but may have occasional meetings across campus.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Research Project Manager
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Research Program Support
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30-5:00
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annual
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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