Strategic IT Project Lead for Academic Tech

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 71,733 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition assistance

Generous retirement plans

Time Away from Work

Long-Term Care Insurance

Wellness and Work-life Resources

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania is seeking an IT Project Leader for Wharton Computing. In this role, you will serve as a Strategic Partner to academic departments, ensuring that technology solutions are aligned with faculty needs and educational strategies.

Responsibilities include engaging directly with faculty, coordinating requests across teams, and leading technology initiatives. A Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience are required.

This full-time position is based in Philadelphia, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional technology initiatives.
• Strong ability to translate business needs into clear technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the named Strategic Partner for assigned departments.
• Engage directly with faculty to understand needs and provide consultation.
• Coordinate requests across teams within Wharton Computing.

Skills

Project management for technology initiatives

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Enterprise systems

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania is seeking an IT Project Leader for Wharton Computing. In this role, you will serve as a Strategic Partner to academic departments, ensuring that technology solutions are aligned with faculty needs and educational strategies.

Responsibilities include engaging directly with faculty, coordinating requests across teams, and leading technology initiatives. A Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience are required.

This full-time position is based in Philadelphia, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.