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.

70% – Implement collaborative project management through project roles including project lead and sub‑project lead on ATLAS projects. Examples of work performed may include:

• Leading day‑to‑day operations of multi‑phase or multi‑year research and development projects.
• Leading projects or sub‑projects through all phases during the project lifecycle.
• Facilitating project planning meetings with cross‑functional teams.
• Managing the project triple constraint by defining project scope, aligning resources, monitoring progress, and making data‑informed adjustments to ensure high‑quality outcomes and timely project delivery.
• Communicating with stakeholders and team members on the status of tasks and workflow.

25% – Cross‑functional collaboration and process oversight. Examples of work performed may include:

• Providing process oversight to processes to ensure they are functioning effectively, efficiently, and in alignment to expected quality outcomes.
• Leading the systematic evaluation of processes for continuous improvement; including 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/other duties as assigned.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin Monday, June 29th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

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.

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