Manager, Research

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Social Research Institute (SRI) at the University of Utah College of Social Work seeks a Research Manager to assist in the management of evaluation projects focused on social welfare. This position collaborates with SRI staff and state agency personnel to coordinate study design, data collection, interviews, and reporting findings.

Location is campus-based in Salt Lake City. Responsibilities include coordinating project management, supervising graduate student interviewers, and ensuring data

Qualifications

• Bachelor0 degree (or equivalent) required with 4 years of management experience.
• Masters degree preferred; supervisory training may be required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PI in overall project management, ensuring timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate statewide data collection logistics, interviewers, and materials.
• Develop and maintain project tracking systems and documentation.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise ~10 graduate student interviewers; train on protocols.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Education

Bachelor0 degree

Masters degree preferred

Supervisory training

Job description

Job Summary

The Social Research Institute (SRI) at the University of Utah College of Social Work seeks a Research Manager to assist in the management of evaluation projects focused on social welfare. This position involves working closely with other research members at SRI and state agency staff and administrators to coordinate all study aspects, including recruitment and management of interview teams, study design, data collection, and reporting findings.

The Social Research Institute (SRI) at the University of Utah College of Social Work seeks a Research Manager to assist in the management of evaluation projects focused on social welfare. This position involves working closely with other research members at SRI and state agency staff and administrators to coordinate all study aspects, including recruitment and management of interview teams, study design, data collection, and reporting findings.

Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination:

• Assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in overall project management, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate logistics for statewide data collection, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and materials management for graduate student interviewers.
• Develop and maintain project tracking systems to monitor progress and identify potential challenges.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project documentation, including protocols, manuals, and reports.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.

Graduate Student Interviewer Support:

• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding approximately ten graduate student interviewers.
• Coordinate training for interviewers on interview protocols, data collection procedures, and ethical considerations.
• Provide ongoing support and supervision to interviewers throughout the data collection period.
• Monitor the quality of data collection through regular check-ins and review of completed interviews.
• Address any issues or concerns raised by interviewers promptly and effectively.

Data Management & Quality Control:

• Assist in overseeing the collection, entry, cleaning, and organization of data collected by graduate student interviewers.
• Assist with preliminary data analysis and report preparation, as needed.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 4 years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of assigned department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master\'s degree in a related area may be preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Education

• Master\'s degree in social work and eligible for licensure as a CSW or LCSW in Utah.

Experience:

• Prior experience in research project coordination, preferably in social science research or program evaluation.
• Experience managing or supervising teams.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations and interest holders.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods is highly desirable.
• Experience in projects involving face-to-face interviews is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to problem-solve and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with individuals.
• Familiarity with data collection and management.

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 68,000 - 75,000

Close Date: 08/28/2026

Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/202774