Research Project Manager – Child & Family Policy

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks a Research Project Manager to lead and coordinate multi-faculty research initiatives across the Center for Child and Family Policy (CCFP). You will partner with investigators, staff, and external collaborators to drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective communication.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, budgeting, and lifecycle management across multiple counties in North Carolina, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required or related field.
• Experience in project management for research.
• Knowledge of IRB processes and human participant research requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate research projects using established project management processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Coordinate project initiation, protocol development, risk management, and resource planning.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones based on input from investigators and teams.
• Lead cross-functional meetings with faculty, research staff, administrative staff, communications, and external collaborators.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure timely completion of activities.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with Duke financial and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Research administration

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Duke University seeks a Research Project Manager to lead and coordinate multi-faculty research initiatives across the Center for Child and Family Policy (CCFP). You will partner with investigators, staff, and external collaborators to drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective communication.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, budgeting, and lifecycle management across multiple counties in North Carolina, with opportunities for