Cost of Caring Project Manager

Job Details

• Job
• Title:
  
  Project Manager
• Job Family:
  Research
• Location:
  
  Twin Cities
• Full/Part Time:
  Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Job Code: 8353RG
• Employee Class:
  Civil Service
• Employee Group:
  Research Pro 3 - Research Coordinator Generalist
• Full/Part Time (FTE): 50% FTE
• Regular/Temporary:
  Temporary grant funded position

This position will serve as the project manager for a project entitled "The costs of caring:
The health penalty of carework occupations" at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. This project is a multi-site partnership of academic institutions that aims to measure the impact of paid care work on the health of care workers. The project includes both a quantitative component at the University of Minnesota and a qualitative component that will be conducted at the University of Washington.

Duration:
Temporary at 50% time for 12 months may be extended depending upon work performance and available funding.

Location and Work environment:
This role can be hybrid, remote, or in-person.

Work Schedule:

The hours of work for this position are Monday through Friday and can be flexible throughout the week.

Visa Language:
Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Project Coordination - 80%

• Tracking the progress of research projects from inception to completion (utilizing tracking spreadsheets, work plans and GANTT charts)
• Serving as a point of contact and leading project-related communication with funders, research partners, and collaborating organizations
• Coordinating agendas and documentation for regular team meetings
• Scheduling internal meetings as well as meetings with external partners
• Updating grant reports, budgets, and related administrative materials
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of grant proposals and applications
• Providing administrative support for the principal investigator and other team members

Research Writing and Support - 20%

• Conducting literature reviews specific to particular carework team projects
• Supporting applications for data access and the completion of data use agreements and IRB documentation
• Collaborating with team members in preparation and submission of reports, publications, and data for presentation at professional conferences and meetings
• Integrating citations into research products utilizing citation software (e.g., Zotero)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus at least 4 years of experience or advanced degree plus 2 years of experience or combination of related education and work experience to equal 8 years.
• Two years of demonstrated experience in managing multiple complex projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
• Effective organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated effective writing and analytical skills
• Flexibility and adaptability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public health, sociology, or related field
• Experience with project management tools

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health (SPH) is Minnesota's only school of public health, committed to improving the health and well-being of communities worldwide. Through innovative research, learning, and concrete action, we tackle today's biggest health challenges. SPH includes four academic divisions:
Biostatistics & Health Data Science, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology & Community Health, and Health Policy & Management.

Ranked nationally by the U.S. News & World Report as the #6 public school of public health, SPH is home to approximately 1,000 students, 130 faculty, and 400 staff across 25…