Research Project Manager

University of Minnesota | School of Nursing | 0.75 FTE (75%)

Position Summary
The University of Minnesota School of Nursing seeks a 75% (0.75 FTE) Research Professional 4 to provide project management leadership for two NIH-funded, food access-related research studies. This individual will serve as a designated lead responsible for overseeing all aspects of project management from study start-up through close-out, including multi-site IRB applications, collaboration across institutions, timeline management, community and health system partnerships, regulatory reporting, research staff training, and publication advancement.

Primary Responsibilities

Research Protocol Development, Coordination, and Implementation (45%)

• Working under general supervision but with considerable latitude for independent decision-making, the incumbent will create and establish research protocols in collaboration with the research team and Principal Investigator. The incumbent will develop detailed project plans outlining study timelines, staffing requirements, and resource allocation; coordinate the co-investigator team and project management staff across institutions; and ensure that protocols, data extraction plans, and study activities are implemented on schedule. The incumbent will continuously evaluate the rigor and appropriateness of study progress relative to study goals and objectives and will conduct ongoing quality assurance and timeline oversight. The incumbent will also oversee scheduling and communications with community sites to maintain data collection activities and positive working relationships. Throughout the grant period, the incumbent will participate in manuscript writing and dissemination of findings, as well as developing and revising summaries of study findings.

Collaborating with Site Partners (30%)

• The incumbent will serve as the primary liaison between cross-functional departments and external partners, including the Twin Cities Mobile Market and HealthPartners Institute, coordinating the efforts of all project team members to ensure that project milestones and requirements are met. The incumbent will develop and finalize summaries of study findings and will facilitate productive, ongoing partnerships across all aspects of the studies.

Communication and Dissemination (10%)

• The incumbent will provide regular updates to stakeholders on project progress and any emerging issues or risks. This includes preparing reports, timelines, and other documents as needed for the efficient operation of projects, as well as disseminating study results through manuscripts, scientific conference presentations, and posters.

Regulatory Reporting (5%)

• The incumbent will establish and maintain project documentation, including regulatory and compliance materials. Specific responsibilities include navigating multi-site IRB processes (preparing amendments and yearly continuing reviews), compiling ClinicalTrials.gov and other study registration materials, and drafting NIH progress reports.
  

Budget Management (5%)

• The incumbent will manage and track project budgets, verifying budget reports and informing the study PI of any budgetary inconsistencies or concerns, ensuring expenditures remain within approved constraints.

Hiring and Training (5%)

• The incumbent may participate in hiring study staff and will coordinate and provide training to all staff and volunteers involved in the studies.

Supervision
This position may involve formal or informal supervisory responsibilities consistent with the Research Pro 4 classification. The incumbent may be assigned authority to hire, assign work, direct, and evaluate the work of research staff, including student employees, or to mentor, coach, lead project teams and committees, interview applicants, and evaluate the work of colleagues and co-workers.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least five years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree plus at least three years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience totaling at least nine years.
• Project management research experience related to nutrition and/or public health.
• Project management experience involving collaboration with community and health care system partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.

• Experience working in the University of Minnesota School of Nursing.

• Experience working on the Mobile Market trial.
• Experience writing scientific manuscripts and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience as a research staff trainer and supervisor.
• Experience with evaluation and coordination of federally funded studies.
• Experience developing research protocols.
• Experience with budget management and vendor payments.
• Experience writing multi-site IRB protocols, documentation, and reports.

• Ability to analyze data.

**Successful completion of a background check is required for this position

Founded in 1909 and recognized as the first nursing program established within a university, the University of Minnesota School of Nursing continues to lead the profession into the future. With a mission to generate knowledge and educate leaders to shape the future of nursing and advance health care to improve the health and wellbeing of all, the school and its research are addressing health issues and improving health. With nearly $6 million in National Institutes of Health awards to the School of Nursing and the Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing in 2019, the University of Minnesota rose to 10th in the latest ranking of NIH funding to schools of nursing.

The school is ranked among the top programs in nurse midwifery and nursing informatics, and it is internationally renowned for its efforts to improve health and health care through the use of big data. The School was one of nine nursing schools nationally awarded the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine in 2020.

The University of Minnesota has one of the largest, more comprehensive academic health centers in the nation. While robust scholarly inquiry is central to the School of Nursing's mission, it is enhanced by interprofessional collaboration with schools and colleges within the University and its health sciences schools comprised of pharmacy, medicine, public health, dentistry and veterinary medicine.

Pay Range: $70,969.60 - $95,971.20, ($34.12 - $46.14 Hourly) depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.