Research Manager 2 - Clinical Research Project Management

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bronstein lab at the University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Research Manager to lead a federally funded, personalized non-invasive neuromodulation project. This role coordinates a large, multidisciplinary team across departments, ensures milestones are met, and designs protocols and policies to advance the study.

You will oversee data collection, budgets, and reporting, mentor research staff, manage multi-institution contracts, and communicate progress to sponsors.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with eight years of experience or an advanced degree plus six years of experience.
• Prior oversight of a cross-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and primary oversight of significant aspects of research project including data collection, financial budgets, and measurement of progress against deliverables using project management software.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly progress reports and translate them into sponsor-relevant language.
• Coordinate and supervise a large multidisciplinary team from engineering, psychology, neuroscience, and computer science with hiring authority over junior staff.
• Manage complexities of multi-institution contracts and coordination, coordinating relevant stakeholders.
• Lead problem identification for resolutions ensuring compliance with regulations and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with investigators and study staff to manage project planning operations.
• Develop and modify practices and procedures to improve efficiency and quality to achieve end results.
• Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and sponsor briefings.
• Represent the project on committees and teams making decisions and recommendations.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Team leadership

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

BA/BS with 8+ years experience

Advanced degree + 6+ years experience

Job description

About The Job

The Bronstein lab in the University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a Research Manager for a project which focuses on personalized, non-invasive neuromodulation to improve mental health outcomes. This is a project leadership role funded via a federal grant. The person will be the primary administrative lead for coordinating a large, complex, multidisciplinary team of researchers, spanning multiple departments, with deliverables on tight timelines. The person will need to solve complex problems and design protocols, procedures, and policies to fulfill the research objectives. The position will focus on ensuring appropriate progress against milestones and clear technical communication related to those milestones.

Job Responsibilities

• (20%) Provide strategic direction and primary oversight of significant aspects of research project including data collection, financial budgets, and measurement of progress against deliverables using project management software.
• (20%) Independently identify and define deliverables and prepare key monthly and quarterly progress reports, identifying solutions to major roadblocks. Additional reporting may also include summary reports of critical deliverables, identifying key achievements, and translating into sponsor-relevant language.
• (10%) Provide strategic direction, coordinate, and supervise a large and highly complex multidisciplinary team of researchers from engineering, psychology, neuroscience, and computer science backgrounds. This includes authority to recommend hiring, promotion, termination, and disciplinary steps, with authority over 4-8 junior technical personnel at any given time.
• (10%) Manage complexities of multi-institution contracts, agreements, and coordination, as well as bring relevant stakeholders together to overcome roadblocks.
• (10%) Lead problem identification for resolutions ensuring compliance with applicable regulations/laws and institutional policies. This will include mentoring and serving as an example to research staff in the ethical conduct of research.
• (10%) Collaborate with investigators, project managers, and other study staff to manage project planning operations.
• (10%) Develop and modify practices and procedures to improve efficiency and quality to effectively achieve end results.
• (5%) Disseminate and translate research findings by preparation of peer-reviewed publications, reports for the public, sponsor briefings, and presentations.
• (5%) Serve as a representative on various committees and teams making decisions and recommendations on behalf of the project.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: BA/BS with at least 8 years of experience or an advanced degree plus at least six years of experience or advanced degree plus at least six years of relevant experience

Prior oversight of a cross-disciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or a similar field.

About The Department

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery.

Our Mission Is To

• Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health
• Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience
• Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond
• Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research

You can find more information on our website at https://med.umn.edu/psychiatry.

Pay And Benefits

Pay Range: Salary range is $115,000 - $140,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University Of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022‑2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.