NQVL Project Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a full- or part-time Project Manager for the UM-led NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory on Quantum Photonic Integration and Deployment (QuPID). During QuPID's two-year Phase-2 design stage, the Project Manager will lead the management framework for developing chip-based quantum sensor technology that is portable, robust, and deployable outside the highly controlled laser-laboratory environments typically required for today's quantum sensors.

Responsibilities

• Project management, especially systems engineering and project execution planning
• Development and use of project-management tools and protocols
• Coordination of multi-institutional and multi-stakeholder projects
• Proposal preparation and federal research-program reporting
• Coordination and reporting for workforce development, outreach, and partnerships
• Ensure all reporting and milestones are delivered on time
• Work with Research Administrators on compliance, and budget requirements for the project
• Develop and foster close working relationships with inter- and cross-collaborative units and project collaborators, within/outside of the University

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, physical sciences, computer science, business management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects to deadline
• Careful attention to detail
• Ability to both work independently and as an effective team member

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Application Deadline

The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.