Research Project Planner I, Sanford School of Public Policy

2 weeks ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States Duke Careers Full time $61,698 - $100,480

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

 
Be You.
At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Research Project Planner I (Ghana Migrant Health Study), you'll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that supports global health research and community engagement across diverse populations.

 
Be Bold.
Join a dynamic team at Duke University where your work contributes to groundbreaking research in global health. As a Research Project Planner I, you will play a pivotal role in managing the NIH-funded Ghana Migrant Health Study, ensuring excellence in project execution and stakeholder engagement.
 
What You'll Do:
Project Planning & Coordination (20%)
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones.
  • Coordinate schedules and resources across research teams and partners.
  • Apply project management tools to ensure quality and timely outcomes.
Proposal and Protocol Development (5%)
  • Collaborate on RPPRs, study materials, and documentation.
  • Design and review survey instruments and consent forms.
  • Ensure compliance with IRB and data security standards.
Fieldwork and Data Operations Oversight (30%)
  • Lead baseline survey implementation for Ghanaian immigrants in the U.S.
  • Train and supervise field teams; monitor performance and data quality.
  • Resolve technical and procedural challenges in real time.
Budget and Resource Management (10%)
  • Manage project budgets and allocate resources efficiently.
  • Track expenditures and prepare financial reports.
  • Coordinate with finance offices on contracts and invoicing.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement (10%)
  • Maintain communication plans across institutions.
  • Prepare reports and presentations to summarize progress.
  • Serve as liaison for internal and external stakeholders.
Risk and Issue Management (5%)
  • Identify and mitigate project risks.
  • Maintain issue logs and change control processes.
Research Support and Dissemination (10%)
  • Prepare materials for publication and presentations.
  • Contribute to policy briefs and outreach content.
Team and Process Development (5%)
  • Establish workflows and communication standards.
  • Lead debriefs and process improvement initiatives.
Event and Participant Coordination (5%)
  • Organize logistics for trainings and workshops.
  • Manage participant engagement and communications.

 
Choose Duke.
Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree required. Additional training in project management preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum two years of progressive project management experience.
  • Preferred Skills:
    • Strong organizational and analytical abilities
    • Multicultural competency
    • Proficiency in project management and data tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, R, Stata)
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
 
Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary range: USD $61,698.00 to USD $100,480.00, based on experience and qualifications.
Duke University offers comprehensive medical, dental, retirement, and cultural benefits.
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Essential Physical Job Functions
Some roles at Duke may require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.


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