Strategic Research Initiatives Manager

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University seeks a Project Manager within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) to lead strategic and tactical initiatives. You will work with internal and external partners to set milestones and deliverables and report progress through written reports and presentations.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Research Strategy, you will oversee complex projects advancing Vanderbilt's research and innovation vision, with emphasis on research strategy,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 3–5 years of project management experience is necessary.
• Experience working with or for research institutions is preferred.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects and initiatives across university units.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define scope, deliverables, and milestones.
• Provide regular project status updates to the Vice Provost and Senior Director.
• Identify and implement process improvements and document requirements.
• Influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct supervisory responsibility.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Vanderbilt University seeks a Project Manager within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) to lead strategic and tactical initiatives. You will work with internal and external partners to set milestones and deliverables and report progress through written reports and presentations.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Research Strategy, you will oversee complex projects advancing Vanderbilt's research and innovation vision, with emphasis on research strategy,