Vanderbilt University · 1 day ago
Senior Project Manager, Science and Technology Strategy
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expVanderbilt University is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Science and Technology Strategy to advance the Chancellor’s institutional goals in science and technology. The role involves managing and coordinating executive level projects, developing new processes and strategies, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance the university's competitiveness in various technology domains.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Manages, plans, and coordinates activities of executive level strategic projects to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters
Develops or reviews project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of projects
Establishes work plan and multi-disciplinary staffing for each phase of project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel. Advises the Project Coordinator and other less experienced partners and collaborators from within or outside of the university to ensure human capital needs for institutional projects are met
Works closely with the Project Coordinator on monitoring and ensuring appropriate progress on executive projects, including reviewing or preparing data analytics and project performance reports
Using extensive knowledge and experience with formal project management and analytics, develops and implements new processes, technologies, and techniques to enhance the value and cost-effectiveness of projects
Identifies and corrects problems as needed. Takes initiative to resolve project or interpersonal issues using own advanced training, knowledge of workflows and project mapping, as well as leveraging the wisdom of senior team members and other university departments as appropriate
Communicates effectively and efficiently with parties within and outside the university, including high-profile collaborators and partners. Demonstrates a consistently collaborative, teamwork-oriented approach
Demonstrates strong technical skills including thorough knowledge of project management software (e.g., Teams, Monday.com, Asana, etc.) and the ability to quickly learn, utilize, and train others on new technologies as needed with the goal of streamlining and improving team operations
Maintain an extensive understanding of the university’s policies and procedures as well as the university’s goals and priorities in science and technology strategy
In close collaboration with the Director of Projects, the Chancellor’s Executive Director, and university leadership, contributes to the creation of new and refinement of existing institutional goals and priorities to enhance the university’s competitiveness in the science and technology space
Working closely with the Director of Projects, supports the pursuit of strategic opportunities including researching and prioritizing opportunities, supporting the recruitment of team members to target such opportunities, and collaborating with stakeholders on preparation of strategic proposals
Independently or in collaboration with the Director of Projects, composes and drafts formal, high-level written materials and presentations
Demonstrates strong verbal and writing skills, including briefing and agenda preparation, taking cogent and concise meeting minutes, and following up on key action items and deliverables
With oversight from the Director of Projects, develops strong relationships and builds a broad network with internal and external partners and collaborators who are critical to the realization of the institution’s strategic objectives in science and technology
Identifies complex challenges or threats to institutional initiatives or specific projects that would require coordination among multiple internal and external collaborators to address, including those that may be beyond the Senior Project Manager’s area of immediate responsibility, and recommends solutions
In coordination with other Chancellor’s office staff and the Director of Projects, organizes special events(e.g., site visits/ tours or networking events) including ensuring logistical support and facilitation as needed
Performs data analysis, engage in market research and fact finding, and provide facts-based benchmarking and performance analysis including preparing data visualizations
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required
Minimum of seven years' project management experience in higher education is required
Experience with project management software is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail. Highly organized and well-coordinated
Critical thinking skills as well as the ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and exercise independent thinking and judgment
Advanced interpersonal skills to develop and maintain professional relationships within the university and communicate effectively with external representatives and partners
Ability to manage complex projects, take initiative and multi-task, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and willingness to rapidly learn new skills as needed
Ability to analyze and interpret data and prepare data reports and visualizations
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies within a complex and fast-paced organizational environment demanding high energy, discretion, patience, enthusiasm, and humor
Preferred
An Advanced Degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred
Projects management certification from an accredited provider (e.g., PMP) is preferred
Professional training in projects management is preferred
Knowledge of higher education science and technology development culture and landscape
Company
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28.55MKey Investors
Mark AbkowitzNational Science Foundation
2018-11-07Grant· $4.5M
2018-04-18Grant· $0.55M
2015-07-10Grant· $12.8M
Leadership Team
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Bharat Bhuva
Professor
Bill Blot
Professor
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