Technical Project Specialist III

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Technical Project Specialist III to support grant-funded Rural Health Transformation efforts. The role coordinates technical activities, aligns program actions with timelines, and develops or enhances research information systems for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have strong project management and communication skills, plus 5+ years leading projects and a background in public health informatics or related fields.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of project management experience preferred.
• 5+ years leading a project preferred.
• Experience in public health research or informatics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate measure development and data sharing agreements.
• Coordinate and manage technical activities for Rural Health Transformation.
• Prepare project reports and other deliverables.
• Provide updates to program leads and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

BS

Tools

Microsoft Project

Clarity

Job description

Department Name 7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 47

Salary Range

Salary Range $58,302-96,179/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BS

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time

Shift

Typically Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed

Job Summary

The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is looking for a Technical Project Specialist III for grant-funded projects as part of Kentucky’s Rural Health Transformation. This position works across teams to ensure program activities are aligned and meet timelines. This position will coordinate and manage technical activities to implement or enhance research and information systems for Rural Health Transformation stakeholders. Works on project reports and other deliverables.

Due to the complexity of the project, this position will be responsible for coordinating the measure development process, serving as a thought partner to the Quality and Evaluation Lead, and facilitating and managing data sharing agreements. Participates in planning, policy recommendations, and problem resolution. Provides updates to the Quality and Evaluation Lead and Rural Health Transformation program leads on assigned projects/initiatives and escalates issues when necessary.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, communication skills, and the ability to synthesize complex concepts into meaningful conclusions. Experience with public health research, public health surveillance, or public health informatics is preferred.

Please note: This position will be primarily remote with expectations to attend occasional periodic meetings in Frankfort and other areas in Kentucky.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Project Management Certification preferred, Microsoft Project, clarity, or other PM tool experience

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

At least 5 years of project mgt experience is preferred; 5+ years experience leading a project

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/08/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.