Research Project Manager
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Posted on Apr 2, 2026
Research Project Manager
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Posting Information
Posting Information
| Department | Neurology-411801 |
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| Career Area | Research Professionals |
| Posting Open Date | 04/01/2026 |
| Application Deadline | 04/15/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Position Type | Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) |
| Working Title | Research Project Manager |
| Appointment Type | EHRA Non-Faculty Research |
| Position Number | 20075226 |
| Vacancy ID | NF0009642 |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time Permanent |
| FTE | 1 |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | Commensurate with Experience |
| Proposed Start Date | 05/25/2026 |
Position Information
| Be a Tar Heel! | 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. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research. |
| Position Summary | The Research Project Manager (RPM) will plan, organize, and evaluate the active industry, federal funded, and investigator-initiated studies and educational learning initiatives in Department of Neurology with particular focus on the development of the Center for Aging Brain Health and the Duke-UNC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. The RPM will contribute substantively and independently to operationalizing the implementation of research processes and ensuring adherence to study protocols and compliance with data and security measures. The RPM will provide new hires with education and training of clinical research activities, regulations, and workflows specific to UNC and the clinical research roles and ensure detail-oriented and timely completion of all research, clinical, and education engagement deliverables, while meeting the highest standards of excellence. The RPM will be responsible for:
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| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure. |
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| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
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| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/315310 |
Posting Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Le'Quisha Person, HR Consultant |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | lequisha_person@med.unc.edu |
| Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | 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. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or mostly closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.
- Bachelor’s degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
- Bachelor's degree in any field/discipline
- Master's degree or Doctorate degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
- Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline
- None of the above