Department
Public Health-OPS
Compensation
$19.00 Hourly
The Research Project Manager supports the day-to-day research operations under the direction of Dr. Nishita (Nishi) Dsouza, Principal Investigator (PI) to coordinates project timelines, compliance documentation, communications, and administrative systems so that research activities move forward smoothly.
May coordinate with graduate research assistants, undergraduate research assistants, and community partners, but does not supervise other staff unless otherwise specified in writing.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain the master project timeline and track deliverables against deadlines
Coordinate and prepare agendas/minutes for lab meetings and PI check-ins
Track IRB protocol status, renewals, and required certifications (e.g., CITI) for lab members
Serve as first point of contact for scheduling with community partners and collaborators
Support budget tracking and expense documentation in coordination with the PI and grants office
Draft and maintain standard operating procedures for research administrative processes
Support preparation of progress reports, renewal applications, and dissemination materials
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
2+ years of research experience at a community organization
Demonstrated project coordination or administrative experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with common productivity and project-management tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams)
Working Conditions
Primarily remote, with occasional on-campus or community site responsibilities as needed by the PI. Standard business hours with some flexibility required around meeting schedules and deadlines.
Required Qualifications
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Equal Opportunity
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Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
