Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Program Manager

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of three years in administrative, operations, or project management roles
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tracking systems
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate operational activities for MRSEC
  • Track program goals, timelines, and milestones
  • Facilitate collaboration among various stakeholders
  • Manage educational and outreach initiatives
  • Support financial reporting and program evaluations
  • Maintain program records and oversee website content
  • Plan and coordinate meetings and special events

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work closely with faculty and industry partners
  • Support for professional development through project management initiatives
  • Involvement in interdisciplinary research and educational programs
  • Engagement in community outreach activities
  • Contribute to federally funded research efforts
Full Job Description
Posting Description
PROGRAM MANAGER, MRSEC, Materials Research Laboratory , coordinates and monitors the operational activities of the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC)within the Materials Research Laboratory (MRL). Working closely with the Director and Associate Director, the Program Manager supports the successful implementation of the Center's programs and initiatives, develops and improves operational processes, and coordinates collaboration among faculty, staff, students, industry partners, and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include tracking program goals, timelines, milestones, and reporting requirements; coordinating education, internship, outreach, partnership, and special initiatives; supporting advisory board and external stakeholder activities; coordinating program data, evaluations, and reporting; maintaining program records and website content; and planning and coordinating meetings, workshops, seminars, outreach activities, and special events. The Program Manager also supports financial reporting and identifies opportunities to improve program administration and operations.

The full job description is available, here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rfwzh8jbaf1riztlpudp3/MRL-Program_Manager_MRSEC.pdf?rlkey=rf0rvl7ayqe9a848zjbyipi3x&dl=0

Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Bachelor's degree; a minimum of three years of administrative, operations, program, or project management experience; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners; and proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases or project tracking systems. PREFERRED : Experience supporting federally funded research centers, higher education programs, or interdisciplinary initiatives; experience coordinating events, workshops, or educational programs; familiarity with website content management systems; and experience with data collection, reporting, or program assessment.

9/21/2026

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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. MIT is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university is known for its strong emphasis on scientific and technological research and its engineering programs. MIT was founded in 1861 and has a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship. The university has produced numerous Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and MacArthur Fellows.
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