Sr. Research Project Manager (Urology)

Baltimore, MDPosted Jul 31, 2026

We are seeking a Sr. Research Project Manager. The Sr. Research Project Manager works in collaboration with PI(s) to set the direction for multiple research projects within a large program. Plans and directs the conduct of research operations which typically involves multiple projects, external partners, internal collaborators and/or national and international networks. Develops project plans, develops SOPs, and oversees all research activities. Responsible for managing research staff, developing and implementing effective data management and regulatory procedures, providing education to research staff and ensuring research staff are properly trained.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with investigator(s) and exercise independent judgement in directing the conduct of the research.
  • Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PI's, and funding organizations and contribute to decisions impacting conduct of research.
  • Provide support and guidance to research team.
  • Collaborate with PI on protocol development and evaluation.
  • Develop, or oversee development of standard operating procedures and data collection forms from protocol.
  • Train and provide oversight of research data management and regulatory compliance issues.
  • Ensure the development, testing and evaluation of manuals, questionnaires, and coding structures, for the efficient collection of data.
  • Oversee data collection and validation.
  • Oversee quality control of study data.
  • Develop, or oversee development of, study budget(s) in collaboration with finance team and ensure that all study costs are included in budget.
  • Responsible for financial management of the program.
  • Assist PI's in preparing grant applications and progress reports.
  • Contribute to manuscripts and presentations.
  • Responsible for the recruitment, education, training and supervision of research staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the duties described above

  • Manage day-to-day operations, including staff of the Surgical Learning Innovation Center of Excellence (SLICE) in collaboration with the lead PI.
  • Management of educational curriculum for residents and management of educational courses for both internal and external collaborators.
  • Management of the production unit for SLICE to include the 3D printing of models, project management to ensure timely delivery of models, and coordination of project deadlines.
  • Coordinate with external vendors, participants, and internal Department leadership.
  • Coordinate with the development team to ensure support for fundraising activities in support of SLICE and the Department of Urology.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
  • Six years of related experience.
  • Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in a related field preferred.
  • Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

  • Budget Management - Advanced
  • Data Management and Analysis - Advanced
  • Finance Project Management - Advanced
  • Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
  • Project Management - Advanced
  • Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
  • Resource Data Quality Assurance - Advanced
  • Research Design - Advanced
  • Scientific Writing - Advanced
  • Strategic Thinking - Advanced

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Sr. Research Project Manager Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/ME Starting Salary Range: $64,600 - $113,300 Annually ($89,000 targeted; Commensurate w/ exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F; 8:30am-5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: Urology Personnel area: School of Medicine

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