Research Project Manager - Microbiome & Health Partnerships

Penn State; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University’s One Health Microbiome Center seeks a Research Project Manager (MS or PhD) to coordinate complex initiatives, support grant and manuscript writing, and foster industry partnerships. Based on the University Park campus, this in-office role advances interdisciplinary microbiome research across human, agricultural, and environmental health.

You will partner with center leadership, faculty, and trainees to set goals, monitor milestones, and ensure timely deliverables, while

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in microbiome science or related field.
• Experience in scientific writing, research development, and project coordination.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage complex Center initiatives, including training grants, pilot programs, workshops, and seminars.
• Collaborate on development, editing, and submission of manuscripts, annual reports, and grant proposals.
• Develop and strengthen industry partnerships and external relations.
• Oversee communications and outreach through the website, newsletters, and social channels.
• Support broader Center operations and multiple microbiome projects with cross-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Scientific writing

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in microbiome science or related field

Job description

Penn State University’s One Health Microbiome Center seeks a Research Project Manager (MS or PhD) to coordinate complex initiatives, support grant and manuscript writing, and foster industry partnerships. Based on the University Park campus, this in-office role advances interdisciplinary microbiome research across human, agricultural, and environmental health.

You will partner with center leadership, faculty, and trainees to set goals, monitor milestones, and ensure timely deliverables, while