Research Program Manager Northeastern University
Overview
The Research Program Manager leads DoD funded research initiatives in Boston and Washington DC. This role supports a new project while aligning with the institute's mission nationwide. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management skills and commitment to federal standards.
What You'll Do11
- 1Provide program and portfolio management for multiple institute complex program portfolios
- 2Create systems organize manage program milestones deliverables effort and timelines
- 3Conduct in depth analysis on projects monitor schedules and performance
- 4Plan and manage schedules monitor programs from initiation to closeout
- 5Assist with proposals budgets and other information gathering for contract submissions
- 6Collaborate coordinate and provide guidance to technical research staff senior leadership and other departments
- 7Interact and coordinate with contracting officials program managers technical representatives and other government personnel
- 8Collect data and information in response to NU-RES inquiries and requests over research compliance
- 9Support Director of Research and other tasks as assigned
- 10Travel as required to support program and project activities
- 11Plan schedule and conduct research meetings workshops seminars and other ad hoc research meetings
Requirements11
- 1US Citizenship is a requirement per Federal funding agency
- 2PMP certification or relevant project management practical work experience can meet this requirement 5+ years
- 3Bachelor’s degree with applicable work experience graduate degree preferred
- 4Solid Knowledge of DoD program and contract management
- 5Strong background in Supply Chain Procurement Manufacturing or other related technical specialty areas
- 6Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously
- 7Demonstrated judgment for prioritization of multiple tasks
- 8Excellent communication skills with customer internal and external service focus
- 9Highly organized and detail oriented ability to problem solve effectively
- 10Strong computer and IT knowledge especially in MS Office suite products and ability to learn new programs/systems
- 11Ability to travel as required for initiative events stakeholder research collaboration meetings
Salary Insight
$88 - $124k per year
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