Project Manager

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Educational benefits with partner/univ

Lean Six Sigma training

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

NEOMED's College of Pharmacy seeks a Project Manager to oversee communications, planning, implementation, review, assessment, and promotion of department-wide projects. The role interfaces across university units and external partners to drive program objectives.

The position requires collaboration with the Office of the Dean, budgeting support, and data reporting, with an emphasis on program impact and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum one year of related work experience in project support with responsibilities for project management, communications, and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and monitor projects within the College of Pharmacy and Office of the Dean.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Develop and manage project communications, status reports, and data analyses.
• Assist in budgeting and resource planning for programs and projects.
• Support accreditation and strategic planning initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Project Manager

Position Type: Admin/Professional

Department: College of Pharmacy, Office of the Dean

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Pay Grade: MN9

Summary: Position manages the communications, planning, implementation, review, assessment, and promotion of projects related to the department or division. This position interacts internally and externally to provide operational implementation of program objectives.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

ProjectManagement: Manage the short and long-term organizational goals of projects in accordance with the overall workplan. Maintain, configure, and analyze confidential, complex information and/or reports such as: financial/academic databases, special correspondence, publications, project status information and reports. Provide project management and support to project leads and teams. Design/develop or assist with design/development of new program(s) and or project(s). Includes leading project teams and providing guidance to team members. Collaborate with shared University units as they relate to project objectives.

Communication

Serve as a liaison between University and partner collaborators in support of key project activities. Manage project communications with key stakeholders. Must be able to communicate with all levels across the organization, including higher education and health care professionals and executives.

Budget and Financial

Assist in the development of a budget and the operational plans for selected programs. Provides fiscal planning and oversight: submits requests, monitors expenses and resource allocation for project budgets. Track expenditures, reconcile P-cards, and develop financial reports as applicable.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum one-year related work experience in project support role with responsibilities for project management, communications, and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in project management, project management certification, or master's degree
• Experience in higher education, clinical setting, or project management

Physical Requirements: Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) College of Pharmacy

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Project Manager who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. This position will support the management of projects in the College of Pharmacy's Office of Student Success. This will include student-focused initiatives that come from strategic planning, task force /committee recommendations, and accreditation requirements. The position will support various programs in the Office of Student Success including the student advising program and the academic student success program.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range: $55,259 – $63,486, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement

• State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

• Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age,color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.