Project Manager - Applied Research

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Applied Research Laboratories seeks a Project Manager for Applied Research at the Pickle Research Campus. You will interface with government sponsors and Principal Investigators to ensure sponsor satisfaction and oversee technical and business execution of programs.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields, 5+ years of government-sponsored PM/R&D experience, and PMP or DoD certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields.
• Five or more years project management experience with Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
• Project Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Project Management, or DoD branch specific project management or system acquisition certification.
• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Project.
• Proactive and highly organized with ability to manage multiple tasks and confidential information.
• Must communicate effectively and work with minimal daily supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Government sponsors and Principal Investigators to ensure sponsor satisfaction.
• Facilitate investigation of new technical concepts and prepare budget/proposals for Government-sponsored R&D.
• Establish and maintain project goals and priorities to meet sponsor expectations and mission requirements.
• Provide staff supervision, training needs analysis, and assist in hiring processes.
• Continuously manage project budget, schedule, and resources for timely execution.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields

Master's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Project Manager - Applied Research

Applied Research Laboratories

Key Details and Compensation

• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue
• Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
• Salary Range: $100,000-$140,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Responsibilities

• Interface with Government sponsors and Principle Investigators on a regular basis to ensure sponsor satisfaction of project/program technical and business execution.
• Facilitate the investigation of new technical concepts and applications, and prepare and submit budget and technical proposals for new Government-sponsored R&D.
• Establish and maintain project goals and priorities in accordance with Principle Investigator’s guidance and intent to ensure the successful accomplishment of sponsor expectations and mission requirements.
• Provide staff supervision and tasking assignments, identify staff training requirements and opportunities, and facilitate the interview and hiring process.
• Continuously manage project budget, schedule, and resources to ensure the successful and timely execution of Government-sponsored R&D.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields.
• Five or more years project management experience with Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
• Project Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Project Management, or DoD branch specific project management or system acquisition certification.
• Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Project.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time.
• The position requires attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment.
• The position requires the applicant to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• The position requires the applicant to routinely work under pressure, accept supervision, maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• US citizen.
• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields.
• Seven or more years project management experience with Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
• Project Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Project Management, or DoD branch specific project management or system acquisition certification.
• Understanding of RF signal propagation theory or experience with GPS/GNSS.
• Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project, and JIRA software.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial college transcripts

Benefits and Eligibility

• Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
• Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
• Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

General Notes: An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.