Wayne State University · 1 month ago
Project Manager, Research and Innovation
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWayne State University is a premier public urban research university located in Detroit, Michigan. The Project Manager within Research and Innovation will support faculty and staff in developing competitive proposals, managing internal funding programs, and coordinating large-scale interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Responsibilities
Develop programming and resources (e.g., workshops, toolkits, mentoring programs) to strengthen faculty competitiveness in pursuing external research funding
Provide grantsmanship guidance and professional development support
Lead and coordinate project management activities for complex interdisciplinary proposals and internal awards
Develop timelines, coordinate inputs from faculty and partners, ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional guidelines, and oversee submission quality and responsiveness
Support investigators in writing, editing, and assembling research proposals
Draft or format project narratives, budgets, biosketches, and supporting documents
Organize and facilitate proposal reviews ('red team' reviews) and assist in the collection of materials from partners and collaborators
Manage internal funding programs designed to build faculty research capacity
Oversee program timelines, milestones, and deliverables; track outcomes and provide reports and assessments for program evaluation
Coordinate with communications staff to advertise funding opportunities, highlight success stories, and expand participation in research development initiatives
Maintain internal databases and track relevant federal and foundation funding opportunities
Support forecasting and planning for large-scale institutional research opportunities, including emerging priority areas and partnerships
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science-related discipline, communications, or equivalent field
Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in research development, proposal development, or research administration within higher education
Experience with sponsored research management and familiarity with funding agencies and review processes
Demonstrated success in project or program management from inception through completion
Knowledge of federal and non-federal research sponsors, funding mechanisms, and proposal requirements
Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to effectively train and mentor faculty and staff through workshops or one-on-one guidance
Strong analytical, writing, and editing abilities for research proposal development
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in research and broader impacts activities
Preferred
Ph.D. or advanced degree in a relevant field
Experience collaborating on or managing large-scale (> $5M) research proposals
Training in facilitation methods (e.g., Strategic Doing, design sprints, or other collaborative tools)
Company
Wayne State University
A premier research university serving a diverse body of motivated students in vibrant Midtown, the cultural center of Detroit.
5001-10000 employees
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