Research Project Manager

Rutgers

Rutgers

Operations

USD 94,492-144,715 / year

Posted on Apr 9, 2026
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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Manager
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department State Health Policy Center
Overview
CSHP consists of 27 full-time faculty and research staff. Since it was established in 1999 with core funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, CSHP has become one of the nation’s premier research centers focused on critically important health policy issues facing states. With a team of seven full-time multi-disciplinary faculty, and growing, and 20 skilled research and support staff and a mission to inform, support, and stimulate sound and creative state health policy in New Jersey and around the nation, the Center has received over $100 million in extramural funding to support a rigorous, evidence-based research portfolio over the past two decades.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Manager for the Center for State Health Policy (CSHP) within the Rutgers Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IFH) ) to advance the research portfolio of the incoming Center Director, Dr. Lindsay Shea, focused on autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Center and its parent Institute provide a rich collaborative environment for conducting cutting edge social science research.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Managing Research Grants and Contracts
  • Oversees research activities of existing funded projects and identify and manage priorities for obtaining future funding sources and new sources of collaboration.
  • Manages submission of IRB protocols and compliance with human subjects (IRB) policies and requirements.
  • Leads community-based interventions that improve the lives of autistic individuals through the development of criminal justice diversion programs, system navigation and transitions, and other equity-focused practices.
  • Serves as a primary source of information for faculty and staff, sharing guidance on federal, state and foundation policies for proposal submissions and grant reporting.
  • Provides pre-award support for Center faculty members including administrative support for grant applications, overseeing preparation of regulatory documentation.
  • Responsible for managing operational risks, and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and university policies.
Developing and Managing Cross-System Funding Initiatives & Proposals
  • Identifies, develops, and oversees the process of applying and securing local, state, and national grant funding for cutting-edge research projects examining multi-system involvement for people with disabilities including autism.
  • Systematizes and oversees grant application development and strategy, including fostering collaboration with principal and co-investigators, generating grant application documentation and reporting, and synthesizing existing research on the grant topic to identify research gaps and future directions of grant applications as maximally innovative.
  • Leads the progression of existing funded projects by determining advantageous deadlines, generating all technical reporting documentation, and produce impactful and innovative deliverables aligned with funder priorities.
  • Continuously builds and maintains external collaborations with local, state, national, and international experts and policymakers to fortify foundational new research initiatives.
  • Consistently leads manuscript production to generate frequent publications of research findings in alignment with existing funding priorities.
  • Manages the development and progression of funded projects by setting and meeting advantageous deadlines and producing impactful deliverables.
  • Continually monitors, tracks, and synthesizes important policy topics to identify cutting-edge areas for untapped research opportunities.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 07
Salary Details
Minimum Salary 94492.000
Mid Range Salary 119604.000
Maximum Salary 144715.000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general research principles and practices.
  • A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience with excellent communication and project management skills.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in social science or education field.
  • Knowledge of autism/developmental disability policy and research.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 26ST0729
Posting Open Date 04/08/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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