Manager, Research Project

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Serve as the operational lead for the lab and Dr.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,891 - $113,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex, multi-year research studies, including budget development, regulatory compliance, and staff supervision. Proficient in operational oversight, strategic planning, and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Master's Degree In Public HealthResearch Study ManagementBudget Development And ManagementIRB ComplianceStaff Supervision And Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Grant ManagementParticipant RecruitmentData VisualizationProject TrackingOperational Oversight

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationStrong Organizational SkillsAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

REDCapQualtricsResearch Administration Systems

Industry Keywords

Community Health StudyResearch Portfolio ManagementCompliance With Sponsor PoliciesStrategic PlanningPartnership Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the operational lead for the lab and Dr. Venkataramani's Lilly Research study
Partner with the Principal Investigator to plan, launch, and manage the research portfolio
Provide operational oversight of a large, multi-year community health study and serve as primary operational point of contact for the industry partner
Oversee day-to-day research operations, timelines, and resources across the lab's portfolio
Build tracking systems, dashboards, and standard operating procedures
Manage pre- and post-award budgets and ensure compliance with sponsor, University, school, and IRB policies
Supervise, train, and mentor research staff
Lead hiring, onboarding, and staffing plans
Lead grant planning and submissions
Launch newly funded studies
Lead regulatory planning, including IRB submissions and ongoing compliance
Support strategic planning, partnership development, reporting, and lab communications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, health policy, social sciences, or a related field and 5 to 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-year research studies, including budgets, timelines, staffing, and regulatory (IRB) compliance
Experience supervising, training, and mentoring research staff
Experience with pre- and post-award grant management, including budget development and proposal preparation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with investigators, sponsors, and community partners
Strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Experience with participant recruitment, engagement, and compensation in research settings preferred
Familiarity with Penn research administration systems and policies preferred
Experience managing several research budgets and accounts at once, with multi-year projections preferred
Proficiency with REDCap, Qualtrics, or similar research platforms preferred
Proficiency with data visualization or project tracking tools preferred
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer
Position is contingent upon grant funding

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial time away from work for vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, and family time
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, museums, and cultural and recreational activities
Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, goods, and services
Flexible work options, including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses for up to two adoptions in the household