Research Project Manager

Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first public university, is a global higher education leader known for innovative teaching, research and public service. The UNC School of Medicine ( SOM ) is consistently ranked among the top medical schools in the US. As an institution, we strive to promote a diverse, inclusive environment where our colleagues excel in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. Chapel Hill is a vibrant college community that borders the Research Triangle Park, known globally for innovation in research & technology, along with Durham and Raleigh. The region is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live, work, play, and learn. The mission SOM Office of Research (OoR) is to support research in the School of Medicine under the direction of the Vice Dean for Research. The office oversees the infrastructure, communication and development necessary for a strong and growing research enterprise which supports more than $580M in external grant funding annually. Collaboration is one of the great strengths of UNC -Chapel Hill’s research enterprise and the OoR works closely with many different units and offices throughout the institution to increase interdisciplinary science and maximize the resources available to our researchers. The OoR invites applications for the position of Training Grant Project Manager. This position provides high level support for the large and growing number of successful training grants administered by the School of Medicine. The portfolio consists of largely NIH funded proposals that require substantial data collection and reporting. To continue to successfully renew these grants and obtain new strategic training grants, the OoR is hiring a project manager to provide comprehensive support for the organization and development of training grant applications and related resources. This position will serve as the central point person in the SOM to coordinate efforts that proactively develop and implement resources, educate the community, and promote best practices and data sharing. This process requires significant input and outreach with the training grant community to enhance the available resources available. This position will coordinate these efforts. Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Excellent communication and team-building skills Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Master’s degree or higher in biological/biomedical sciences Experience with the culture and data requirements for training grants Experience with pre-award grant development Experience with data collection and facile with databases

Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, Greenville , Research Project Manager, Administration, Clerical , Chapel Hill, North Carolina