Senior Research Project Manager, Microbiome Center

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Pennsylvania State University’s One Health Microbiome Center is seeking a Research Project Manager (M.S. or Ph.D.) to support leadership and a diverse community of faculty, scientists, and administrators.

This in-office role at University Park combines scientific project management, grant writing, and strategic program coordination. The position targets experienced applicants with strong writing, coordination, and collaboration skills; responsibilities include managing training grants, industry

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and continuously improve complex Center initiatives, including training grants, pilot funding programs, workshops, symposia, seminar series, exhibitions, and networking events.
• Partner with Center leadership, faculty, and trainees to establish project goals, monitor milestones, and ensure successful execution across participating departments.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with industry partners, foundations, donors, and other external stakeholders.

Skills

Scientific writing

Project coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Job description

Pennsylvania State University’s One Health Microbiome Center is seeking a Research Project Manager (M.S. or Ph.D.) to support leadership and a diverse community of faculty, scientists, and administrators.

This in-office role at University Park combines scientific project management, grant writing, and strategic program coordination. The position targets experienced applicants with strong writing, coordination, and collaboration skills; responsibilities include managing training grants, industry