Research Project Manager

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Project Manager at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will oversee multiple epidemiological studies within the Radiology Epidemiology Research Team, focusing on lung cancer screening research. You will collaborate with principal investigators, data scientists, and staff to ensure research aims are achieved and grant proposals are developed.

Qualified candidates have 1+ year PM experience, knowledge of observational study design, and strong communication and organizational

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of project management experience, preferably in an academic setting.
• Knowledge of applied aspects of observational and clinical study design including research data management.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to state or national meetings.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: prepare, submit, and manage IRB applications and modifications; develop study timelines; coordinate meetings; manage data collection and analysis; ensure protocol compliance.
• Administrative and Financial Oversight: plan and monitor budgets and subcontracts; manage DUAs with sites and data vendors; assist with NIH progress reports and grant applications.
• Team Leadership: train and oversee research assistants; supervise daily activities; communicate with stakeholders to meet study objectives.
• Research Dissemination: contribute to manuscripts and presentations; represent the team at meetings; report results to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organization skills

Travel availability

Observational study design knowledge

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

REDCap

Qualtrics

Epic

Microsoft 365

Job description

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
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Posting Information

Department Radiology - Research-412802

Career Area Research Professionals

Posting Open Date 09/08/2026

Application Deadline 09/22/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title Research Project Manager

Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number 20024987

Vacancy ID NF0010008

Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent

FTE 1

Hours per week 40

Position Location North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date 10/05/2026

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Project Manager position is responsible for managing multiple epidemiological studies within the Department of Radiology’s Epidemiology Research Team (ERT), with particular focus on lung cancer screening research. The Project Manager will work with the study team (principal investigator, co-investigators, data scientists, research assistants) and with the Associate Director for the ERT to ensure research aims are met. The Project Manager will also support the development of new grant proposals.

Main Responsibilities Include

Project Management

• Preparing, submitting, and managing IRB applications and modifications
• Developing and implementing study timelines and activities
• Organizing study-related meetings (scheduling, drafting agendas, taking minutes)
• Coordinating data collection and analysis activities
• Ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements

Administrative and Financial Oversight

• Planning, tracking, and monitoring budgets and subcontracts
• Coordinating and maintaining Data Use Agreements (DUAs) with participating sites and data vendors
• Assisting with NIH progress reports and grant applications

Team Leadership

• Providing training and oversight to research assistants
• Supervising day-to-day research activities
• Communicating effectively with all stakeholders to manage expectations and develop strategies to meet study objectives

Research Dissemination

• Contributing to manuscripts and presentations
• Representing the research team at meetings and conferences
• Reporting results and findings to stakeholders

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Master's or Bachelor's and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• A minimum of one year of project management experience, preferably in an academic setting
• Knowledge of applied aspects of observational and clinical study design including research data management
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to travel to state or national meetings

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Previous experience managing large epidemiology studies with demonstrated ability coordinating grant funded projects
• Experience with a variety of data collection/management systems (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics) and electronic health record systems (e.g., Epic)
• Prior pre- and post‑award grant management experienceProficiency with relevant research tools and software (e.g., PubMed, Endnote)
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc)

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Not applicable.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

None.

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Alexis Evans, HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.