University of Pittsburgh

Project Manager III

University of Pittsburgh • $85K — $102K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in a research environment
  • Strong understanding of federal funding processes and compliance
  • Proven ability to monitor budgets and manage subawards
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication skills for scientific and non-scientific writing

Responsibilities

  • Manage operational components of a large, multi-site federally funded research program
  • Drive schedules, milestones, and deliverables for project success
  • Coordinate with partner institutions effectively for seamless collaboration
  • Monitor budgetary allocations and oversee subawards
  • Lead reporting and compliance activities for federal grants
  • Support the Principal Investigator with project management tasks

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with leading researchers
  • Access to advanced research resources
  • Flexibility in work arrangements
  • Involvement in impactful research projects
Full Job Description
The Project Manager manages all operational aspects of a large, complex, multi-institution federally funded research program. The incumbent will drive the master and individual schedules, milestones, and deliverables; coordinates partner sites; monitors budget and subawards; leads federal reporting and compliance; and supports scientific and non-scientific write-ups. The incumben will work closely with the PI and exercises independent judgment to keep the program on track.

About University of Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh is a state-related research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1787 and is one of the oldest continuously chartered institutions of higher education in the United States. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across 17 schools and colleges. The University of Pittsburgh is known for its strong programs in health sciences, engineering, business, and law. It is also home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Pitt Innovation Institute and the Center for Energy.
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