Research Project Manager

Position Overview

Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS), a research center at the University of Kansas (KU), is seeking a Research Project Manager with experience managing multi‑phase or multi‑year projects to join the Research, Development, and Operational Project Support (RDOPS) team.

We especially seek candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Research and development project management
• Grant‑funded work
• Leading research staff
• External partner management

The ideal candidate brings experience managing research workflows, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely, compliant project execution. This role requires strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective systems that support high‑quality research.

ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology‑based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development informs the center’s map‑based learning systems.

With a diverse portfolio of grant‑funded research projects and operational alternate assessments, ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.

ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.

KU employees have great benefits:

• 176 hours of paid vacation per year
• 72 hours of sick leave per year
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical and dental insurance
• Retirement program
• Life and disability insurance
• Educational and professional development opportunities

KU is not able to provide H‑1B sponsorship for this position.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states:
California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

• 70% – Implement collaborative project management through project roles including project lead and sub‑project lead on ATLAS projects. Example assignments include:
  • Leading day‑to‑day operations of multi‑phase or multi‑year research and development projects.
  • Leading projects or subprojects through all phases during the project lifecycle.
  • Facilitating project planning meetings with cross‑functional teams.
  • Managing the project triple constraint by defining scope, aligning resources, monitoring progress, and making data‑informed adjustments to ensure high‑quality outcomes and timely delivery.
  • Communicating with stakeholders and team members on the status of tasks and workflow.
• 25% – Cross‑functional collaboration and process oversight. Example assignments include:
  • Providing process oversight to ensure processes function effectively, efficiently, and align with expected quality outcomes.
  • Leading systematic evaluation of processes for continuous improvement; identifying areas for enhancement and recommending solutions.
  • Engaging in quality control activities to maintain high standards.
  • Providing support to other teams and projects as needed, contributing to cross‑functional initiatives.
• 5% – Special projects or other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications