Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a driven, resourceful, and highly adaptable Project Manager (PM) to lead the operations of a fast-paced, geographically dispersed research center dedicated to advancing open scientific computing and data science infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics and ensure the seamless execution of the Center's activities and strategic goals.
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI), research partners, stakeholders, and technical staff.
• Wear many hats, from managing logistics to engaging with diverse teams across academic institutions and research partners.
• Manage competing priorities and shift focus quickly in a high-energy, deadline-driven environment.
• Function as the operational backbone of the Center, fostering cross-institutional relationships and keeping distributed teams aligned and moving forward.
• Support the role of a project coordinator.

Requirements

• Academic background and experience in selected area of research preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
• Solid fundraising experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's background check and live scan policies.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's employment misconduct policy.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's legal right to work in the United States policy.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's vaccination policies.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's smoking and tobacco policy.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's drug-free environment policy.
• Must be able to comply with the University of California, Irvine's misconduct disclosure requirement.

Skills

• Ability to manage complex projects and tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Pay

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $88,000/year- $106,400.00/year (Annual).

Schedule

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