Research Project Manager

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Research Project Manager for the Carolina Population Center. This temporary, full-time position involves overseeing project workflows, timelines, and budgets for the Transfer Project, which focuses on social transfers in Africa. The role requires coordination among researchers and external consultants. The position is located in Oak Grove, NC, with an estimated duration of 12 months and a salary range of $70,000 - $77,280.
Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Carolina Population Center - 631100

Career Area Research Professionals

Application Deadline 05/21/2025

Position Type Temporary Staff (EHRA NF)

Position Title Research Project Manager

Position Number 20070855

Vacancy ID N000786

Full-time/Part-time

FTE 1

Hours Per Week 40

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $70,000 - $77,280

Proposed Start Date

Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 months

Position Information

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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars. Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration. https://www.cpc.unc.edu/about/

Position Summary

The Transfer Project: Learning How Social Transfers Work in Africa, administered at the Carolina Population Center ( CPC ; cpc.unc.edu) of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is an innovative research and learning initiative that supports improved knowledge and practice on social transfers in Africa, undertakes impact evaluations of large-scale cash transfer programs in Africa, and creates mechanisms for regional learning and exchange among policy makers, program implementers, and researchers. The project manager will join a research team that includes experts in public policy, economics, and public health. They will monitor and control project workflow, timelines and budgets. A key task will be to coordinate the activities of researcher partners and external consultants. The project manager will serve as project liaison with the funding agencies, key counterparts (Columbia University, University of Malawi, FAO , UNICEF , HEWLETT ) and with UNC’s various departments, such as the Institutional Review Board ( IRB ), OSR , accounting services, and human resources. The project manager may be asked to collaborate in writing and preparing content for dissemination to communities of practice, policy makers, and current and potential funders. They will prepare progress reports and annual work plans. The project manager will be responsible for preparing grant proposals for new studies.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Candidate must be able to develop implementation plans for research and technical activities, write clearly, and coordinate activities among a variety of individuals across different project themes. They must have outstanding organizational and management skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. They must be motivated and take initiative and excel at working independently with minimal direction, to develop timelines and budgets, anticipate and solve problems, and prioritize competing demands. A demonstrated ability to work and collaborate within and across interdisciplinary teams both inside and outside the organization is essential.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Previous project management experience.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/301304

Contact Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.