Project Manager

M-F 8am-5pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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The mission of the School of Nursing is to enhance and improve the health and well-being of the people of North Carolina and the nation, and, as relevant and appropriate, the people of other nations, through its programs of education, research, and scholarship, and through clinical practice and community service. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing has been the leader in nursing education in North Carolina throughout its history. Established in 1950, it was the first school of nursing in North Carolina to offer a four-year baccalaureate nursing degree program followed by the first master's degree program, the first continuing education program for nurses, first doctoral program, and first accelerated BSN option to students with college degrees. Today, the School is renowned for its academic programs, its research and its commitment to clinical and community service within state, national and global communities.

The Project Manager (75% FTE) will provide leadership and operational management across multiple research and implementation projects focused on cancer prevention, control, survivorship, and physical activity promotion. The portfolio includes the Scaling What Works ( SWW) initiative, the Consortium for Cancer Implementation Science ( CCIS), and the Physical Activity Centers Empowerment ( PACE) Study, with additional support for cross-project coordination and communication activities.

This position requires exceptional organizational, communication, and project management skills to support multi-site and multi-institutional collaborations. The Project Manager will oversee daily project operations, manage timelines and deliverables, coordinate communication among academic and community partners, and ensure high-quality implementation and reporting.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled at balancing competing priorities in a dynamic academic research environment.

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED APPOINTMENT WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 3 YEARS.

We are seeking a professional who is independent, self-motivated, and collaborative, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
Required:

- Experience coordinating meetings, webinars, and conferences (virtual and in-person).
Minimum of 1 years of project management experience in research, public health, or related settings.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects and manage multiple concurrent deliverables.
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Planner).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, and collaborative platforms such as Teams.
- Knowledge of research methods, data management, and reporting processes.
- Ability to work effectively across diverse teams and with community partners.

- Experience working in academic, research, or public health environments.
- Background in cancer prevention and control, physical activity promotion, or implementation science.
- Experience with grant reporting, manuscript preparation, and technical writing.
- Familiarity with community-engaged research and multi-site coordination.
- Experience developing and managing communications materials (e.g., newsletters, websites, or social media content).

Not Applicable.

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.