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Research Project Manager

companyUniversity of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 10/30/2024
Full Time

Job Title
Research Project Manager


Requisition Number
RE47864


Working Title
Project Manager


Department Name
8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
46


Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


MA




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


4 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods.



Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm



Job Summary

In this role, you’ll be an essential part of a team dedicated to supporting groundbreaking research in tobacco regulatory science, with a particular focus on rural and Appalachian communities. This is a unique chance to work with experts across multiple disciplines, helping to drive positive health outcomes and lasting change. The Career Enhancement Core serves as the hub within AppalTRUST to promote and support the career development of new and early-stage investigators through our Scholars program, enrichment activities, mentorship, and professional development networking opportunities. 

This is a high-level position with responsibilities to include working with diverse local community members and scientists; developing and monitoring websites, social media, and other communication and public relations; maintaining regulatory protocols; communicating professionally with the National Institutes of Health; engaging in data collection and analysis for evaluation; developing scholarly materials; and supervising trainees. A research background is strongly preferred.






Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Some skills with data bases, excellent communication skills, able to engage in problem solving, budgeting, and personnel training.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Need to have a background working with community members, preferably in the public health field.



MA and at least 10 years professional work experience preferred. Experienced with technology, project management.



Deadline to Apply
11/07/2024


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.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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.