Research Manager
Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary The Research Manager will be a key team member,
directing an R01 virtual nursing research grant (2026-2031). The
primary purpose of this position is to lead the planning,
developmental, and operational aspects of the project. This
position will be responsible for building and maintaining
relationships with a variety of stakeholders and partners in
academic and community settings. The Research Manager will also be
responsible for recruiting study participants, overseeing data
collection and analysis. The Research Manager will contribute to
creating research/program proposals and manuscripts. This position
will create study protocols, federal reports, compliance documents,
and other technical documents for all projects. This position will
be responsible for developing and overseeing budgets and timelines
for all projects/initiatives. The Research Manager will conduct
training with research staff, including data analysts,
post-doctoral trainees and research assistants. Quarterly meetings
with advisory board members and community partners will occur
either during or after regular business hours, and data collection
is periodically conducted during weekdays. This position also
requires a flexible workday schedule for deadlines and meeting
initiative objectives. Position responsibilities will include:
-Overseeing the development and implementation of the grant’s
workplan. This includes working with the project team to develop
goals and objectives and then develop and manage the activities
that will help the project achieve its goals. -Managing the grant
timeline to ensure time-dependent study goals are met over the
study period organizing, documenting, and archiving project-related
meetings/minutes -Building and maintaining relationships with key
stakeholders. This includes working with researchers, healthcare
providers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to ensure the
project’s work aligns with their needs and priorities. -Ability to
analyze project research data, generate evaluation reports, and
present findings effectively. -Maintaining IRB applications
(modifications and renewals) -Hiring and training staff ((e.g.,
data analysts) and research assistants needed for intervention and
data collection, data tracking/documentation activities that the
study manager takes primary responsibility for monitoring
recruitment, data collection, and incentive distribution efforts,
and coordinating necessary corrections to study processes to ensure
targets are met -Supervising students and staff members -Overseeing
staff and research assistants working on the study as directed by
the PI and outlined in the organizational chart -Disseminating the
project’s findings and recommendations. This includes writing
reports, presenting at conferences, and publishing articles in
peer-reviewed journals. -Compiling draft reports required by the
funding agency, the IRB , and/or other entities -Filing required
clinical trial registration -Tracking expenses and maintaining
organized project files Required Qualifications, Competencies, And
Experience -Advanced degree in Nursing, informatics, or related
field. -Experience working in a clinical or healthcare setting.
-Previous experience in project management, preferably in a
research environment. -Experience with analyzing project data,
generating reports, and presenting findings effectively. -Relevant
experience in research project management. -Effective communication
and engagement with stakeholders at all levels, including faculty,
staff, students, and administration. -Planning and organizing
skills: Planning, organizing, directing and facilitating skills.
-Communication and leadership skills: Skilled in leadership and
effective communication. -Budget management skills: Experience
developing budgets and oversight of budgets with regard to staffing
and other details of a project. -Ability to identify, assess, and
mitigate project risks. -Knowledge of research methods: data
management and statistical analysis. -Excellent written and verbal
communication skills, including active listening and conflict
resolution. -Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team. -Knowledge of
federal regulations and grant management. Preferred Qualifications,
Competencies, And Experience -PhD in nursing. -Experience working
with Epic -Experience managing an NIH -funded Center. -Ability to
identify and solve complex problems using critical thinking and
data-driven approaches.
Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, Rocky Mount , Research Manager, Science, Research & Development , Chapel Hill, North Carolina
