Program Manager Research Associate - Estuarine and Ocean Sciences (DEOS)

$64,000 - $78,000/Yr

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Dartmouth, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Program Manager Research Associate in Estuarine and Ocean Sciences is responsible for managing a portfolio of sponsored and non-sponsored funds for the SMAST Coastal Systems Program. This role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating research projects while supervising various research personnel. The position requires strong project management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate financial operations of the Coastal Systems Program, including internal grant accounting and contract invoicing.
• Prepare, coordinate, and review internal project-specific budgets and scopes of work.
• Track budgets, prepare regular financial projections, and identify potential budget concerns.
• Liaise with University administrative offices regarding grants, contracts, expenses, and invoicing for CSP projects.
• Monitor billable deliverables on task-based contracts and ensure compliance with sponsor-approved budgets.
• Act as a primary contact for CSP's research, grants, and contracts with municipal, state, and federal entities.
• Organize and lead laboratory and project meetings, documenting outcomes and follow-ups as needed.
• Assist with field sampling logistics and participate in field data collection as needed.
• Collaborate with the PI on drafting and submitting project reports, proposals, and research articles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field directly related to the duties of the position.
• 4 or more years of related experience in project management and grant management.
• Experience in oversight of staff and students, and cooperative experience working with government entities.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a science-related field directly related to the duties of the position.
• Research or consulting experience in a field closely related to the work of the PI/CSP.
• Proficiency with project management software and electronic financial systems.

Benefits

• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays