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Project Senior Manager

Ann Arbor, MI
Full-Time

Job Description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Project Planning (20%):

  • Refine the scope of the projects in collaboration with Principal Investigator, faculty, sponsors, and management
  • Implement a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
  • Manage the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
  • Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
  • Review the project schedule with sponsors, management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
  • Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

Project Implementation (40%):

  • Execute the project according to the project and research plan
  • Appropriately manage the task allocation and time commitments, of the project team spanning multiple UM departments and consortium staff at partnering institutions
  • Develop records and appropriate project documentation using appropriate tools
  • Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented, secured and accessible
  • Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
  • Establish a communication schedule to update sponsors, management and the project team on the progress of the project
  • Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards

Project Oversight (20%):

  • Create regular progress reports in collaboration with the project teams at University of Michigan, grant participants, and sponsors (and occasionally federal entities) to review with management and stakeholders (including NIH and/or other federal entities)
  • Communicate with sponsors and sponsor teams as outlined/specified in contract
  • Work with management and department finance to monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
  • Monitor project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
  • Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date in collaboration with the Nephrology Finance Office

Project Evaluation (10%):

  • Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
  • Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase

Supervision (10%):

  • Direct supervision of Research Administrative Assistant
  • Functional management of project team

Required Qualifications*

  • Bachelors Degree. 
  • Biological Science Background and Business Management Experience
  • Knowledge of Project Management processes within a scientific environment
  • Knowledge of Project Management tools and systems
  • 5-10 years planning and/or management experience including interfacing with Federal Entities (NIH)
  • Experience with Federal Grant funding practices is a plus.

Desired Qualifications*

  • Masters Degree preferred
  • Experience with Pharmaceutical Industry Partners/Sponsors desired

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

  • Remote work allowed
  • Standard work week (40 hrs. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
  • Occasional Travel (3x/year)

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. 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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Project Planning (20%):

  • Refine the scope of the projects in collaboration with Principal Investigator, faculty, sponsors, and management
  • Implement a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
  • Manage the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
  • Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
  • Review the project schedule with sponsors, management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
  • Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

Project Implementation (40%):

  • Execute the project according to the project and research plan
  • Appropriately manage the task allocation and time commitments, of the project team spanning multiple UM departments and consortium staff at partnering institutions
  • Develop records and appropriate project documentation using appropriate tools
  • Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented, secured and accessible
  • Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
  • Establish a communication schedule to update sponsors, management and the project team on the progress of the project
  • Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards

Project Oversight (20%):

  • Create regular progress reports in collaboration with the project teams at University of Michigan, grant participants, and sponsors (and occasionally federal entities) to review with management and stakeholders (including NIH and/or other federal entities)
  • Communicate with sponsors and sponsor teams as outlined/specified in contract
  • Work with management and department finance to monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
  • Monitor project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
  • Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date in collaboration with the Nephrology Finance Office

Project Evaluation (10%):

  • Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
  • Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase

Supervision (10%):

  • Direct supervision of Research Administrative Assistant
  • Functional management of project team

Required Qualifications*

  • Bachelors Degree. 
  • Biological Science Background and Business Management Experience
  • Knowledge of Project Management processes within a scientific environment
  • Knowledge of Project Management tools and systems
  • 5-10 years planning and/or management experience including interfacing with Federal Entities (NIH)
  • Experience with Federal Grant funding practices is a plus.

Desired Qualifications*

  • Masters Degree preferred
  • Experience with Pharmaceutical Industry Partners/Sponsors desired

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

  • Remote work allowed
  • Standard work week (40 hrs. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
  • Occasional Travel (3x/year)

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. 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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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About University of Michigan

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

 

Workplace Culture

The University of Michigan is committed to establishing, supporting and maintaining a culture where all members of the U-M community feel safe and supported.


Our Values

  • Values guide our choices and actions. From how we hire and promote, make decisions, educate, conduct research, provide care, and treat one another. We strive to ensure the following values reflect who we are and what we stand for.
  • Integrity - We act with honesty and take responsibility for our actions.
  • Respect - We act in a way that acknowledges the humanity and contributions of each individual.
  • Inclusion- We create an environment where all can participate, are invited to contribute, and have a sense of belonging.
  • Equity - We create conditions that provide everyone an opportunity to thrive.
  • Diversity - We welcome, acknowledge and appreciate our similarities and differences.
  • Innovation - We promote creativity and curiosity to tackle challenges and inspire new ideas.

 

More about Working at U-M

  • Our commitment to campus culture
  • Our commitment to faculty and staff well-being
  • Our commitment to employee engagement

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