Program Manager, Research

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Manager, Research. The Program Manager‑Research is responsible for overall lab and research management and operations, working to ensure the timely development of activities and execution of deliverables within the established program mission, budget, and timelines. The role works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and/or lab director and team to ensure research priorities and compliance are achieved.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a system for management of a multi‑grant portfolio to ensure successful integration between schools, research sites and projects.
• Manage coordination and completion of project activities on time, setting deadlines, assigning and tracking responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress.
• Anticipate and ensure research projects and related activities are supported by appropriate resources (personnel, fiscal, space, equipment).
• Supervise staff including temps and per diems – work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution.
• Prepare progress reports to funding agencies and presentations to sponsoring and regulatory agencies.
• Provide reports to all necessary parties (e.g., Principal Investigator, sponsoring agency) on study progress as needed.
• Organize and lead regular operations and finance meetings.
• Maintain awareness of study regulatory status and keep up‑to‑date copies of regulatory documents.
• Develop and oversee submission of necessary IRB documents, follow‑up with study staff, and complete continuation paperwork.
• Develop and oversee project budget; assist in preparation of funding reports to agencies.
• Oversee budgets and finances that support the work of the Autonomic Disorders Division research staff; create and implement short‑run and long‑run plans to guide growth and financial stability.
• Assist with data analysis, data management, and manuscript drafting in conjunction with study PIs and Co‑Investigators; audit and manage data from and into databases.
• Prepare forms and reports, compile and analyze data, statistics, and other materials for reports.
• Contribute to strategic planning to support continued growth of the lab.
• Interface and coordinate communication with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain communication systems including web presence and social media presence; assist faculty with academic publication preparation.
• Work with the Director to manage and coordinate CME conferences and special events, including on‑site logistics (food & beverage, AV, conference services, etc.).
• Manage the administrative and daily operations of an institutional program, ensuring compliance with SOM guidelines, and state and federal policies and regulations.
• Oversee research strategy, logistics of studies, feasibility of clinical trials, and continued monitoring of protocols and milestones.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years total related progressive experience, with at least 2 years in a lead capacity over research projects.
• Strong management, financial expertise, strategic planning, and grant‑writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and communicate with internal and external parties.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently with limited supervisory oversight.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to organize complex tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, outstanding judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in research or research management and interest in health policy and outcomes.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that supports employees at every stage of life. Offerings include financial‑security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups for peer support, and a holistic wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The package is designed to allow employees to focus on what truly matters and enhance overall quality of life for themselves and their families.

Pay

Salary range: $84,577.93 – $109,200.00 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The listed range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation.