Senior Research Project Manager

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

PSLF opportunity

Job summary

University of Minnesota seeks a Research Professional 3 to coordinate and implement complex research projects. The role leads operations, data management, regulatory compliance, and dissemination with investigators, partners, and teams in a multidisciplinary environment.

The RP3 independently manages priorities, timelines, budgets, and institutional policies, supporting grant activities and continuous improvement. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with four years of relevant research experience or advanced degree with at least two years of experience.
• Experience coordinating research studies or projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience with IRB processes and human subjects research regulations.
• Experience using REDCap and other research tools (ETHOS, Oncore, Smartsheets, EPIC, REDCap, UMN Box, e-Florence).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations for multiple research studies and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, work plans, and deliverables.
• Monitor progress and ensure compliance with study protocols and funding requirements.
• Facilitate communication among investigators, collaborators, staff, and community partners.
• Support grant proposal development, reporting, and project planning activities.
• Assist in study design, protocol development, and consent development per UMN procedures.
• Oversee data collection, quality assurance, and database management (REDCap, Oncore, Box).
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate software and methods.
• Prepare summaries and presentations for faculty and staff.
• Ensure data integrity and dissemination of research findings.
• Prepare IRB submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews.
• Provide training and guidance to research staff, students, and volunteers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

IRB knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4 years research exp or advanced degree + 2 years

Tools

REDCap

EPIC

Smartsheets

Oncore

UMN Box

e-Florence Regulatory Binders

Job description

University of Minnesota seeks a Research Professional 3 to coordinate and implement complex research projects. The role leads operations, data management, regulatory compliance, and dissemination with investigators, partners, and teams in a multidisciplinary environment.

The RP3 independently manages priorities, timelines, budgets, and institutional policies, supporting grant activities and continuous improvement. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.