Research Program Manager

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.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation's first public university, is a global higher education leader known for innovative teaching, research and public service. The UNC School of Medicine ( SOM) is consistently ranked among the top medical schools in the US. As an institution, we strive to promote a diverse, inclusive environment where our colleagues excel in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. Chapel Hill is a vibrant college community that borders the Research Triangle Park, known globally for innovation in research & technology, along with Durham and Raleigh. The region is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live, work, play, and learn.

The mission SOM Office of Research (OoR) is to support research in the School of Medicine under the direction of the Vice Dean for Research. The office oversees the infrastructure, communication and development necessary for a strong and growing research enterprise which supports more than $648M in external grant funding annually. Collaboration is one of the great strengths of UNC-Chapel Hill's research enterprise and the OoR works closely with many different units and offices throughout the institution to increase interdisciplinary science and maximize the resources available to our researchers.

The OoR invites applications for a Research Development Manager position. This position will play a vital role in advancing the research mission of the SOM by providing expert grant-writing support and fostering the development of research programs across the institution. This position will primarily be responsible for identifying funding opportunities aligned with SOM faculty research areas and strategic priorities and facilitate the development of responsive teams. They will collaborate with faculty to plan, write, and edit grant proposals for submission to federal (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOD), state, and private funding agencies and support the pipeline of research teams through the administration of OoR Pilot Award Programs. The Research Development Manager will also serve as the primary resource for up-to-date information on funding opportunities, sponsor guidelines, and federal regulations and will develop and implement tools and processes for efficient data collection, tracking, and reporting related to research metrics and outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in grant writing, research development, and project management, with a focus on supporting faculty in securing competitive funding from federal, state, and private sponsors.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

PhD in relevant field
Relevant experience in grant writing/research development

PhD degree in biological/biomedical sciences
Strong, broad-based biomedical knowledge base and familiarity with research databases, grant writing and the processes involved in academic research.
Demonstrated experience with successful NIH, DoD, and other federal and private/foundation funding agencies.
Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, maturity, and tact.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management software.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.