Programs Project Manager II _ Research Mission OAVCR ORSP Pre-Award

## Sponsored Programs Project Manager II  _ Research Mission OAVCR ORSP Pre-Award Apply:
Jackson, MS:
Full time:
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End Date:
October 2, 2026 (2 days left to apply):
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Research Mission - ORSP## Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson##

Job Title:

Sponsored Programs Project Manager II  _ Research Mission OAVCR ORSP Pre-Award##

Job Summary:

To oversee, coordinate, and manage activities and resources for an assigned sponsored program project in a central research service office within the institution. To establish and implement project management processes to ensure project requirements are delivered effectively, within budget, in compliance with established standards, and within the specified time frame.## Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare or related field and four years of related project management experience.

Master's degree and certified research administrator (CRA) preferred.

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REQUIRED:

** NA## Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of project management processes, grant and contract policies, procedures, and regulations, federal, state, and local funding sources, and budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Exemplary verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to present information and respond to inquiries.

Ability to clarify project objective, goals, and the roles and responsibilities of participants. Ability to organize and manage resources. Ability to review grants and contract proposals. Ability to collect and analyze information. Ability to conduct literature searches.

** RESPONSIBILITIES:
*** Manages the day-to-day operational aspects of a sponsored program project and scope. Works with client to identify project objectives and establish project parameters, budgets, deliverables, and deadlines. Conducts final fiscal and administrative review prior to grant submission and contract signature to ensure compliance with institutional requirements and applicable laws, guidelines, and regulations.
* Develops sponsored program project plans and cost projections and makes revisions as appropriate; identifies and allocates resources and prioritizes tasks to ensure research mission objectives are met.
* Aligns sponsored program project activities with organizational objectives; ensures sponsored program project outcomes equate to organizational success.
* Coordinates the development of policies and procedures to meet sponsored program project requirements; assures sponsored program project compliance with sponsor guidelines, federal regulations, cost accounting standards, and institutional policies for research involving human participants, animals, bio hazards, radioactive materials and hospital and physician services.
* Interfaces with relevant internal and external parties to resolve problems, maintain progress, and maintain mutual…