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Infectious Diseases Project Manager

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

$54,249 - $69,000

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

Jul 28, 2026

Posting Information

Department	Pediatrics-Infectious Disease-412017
Career Area	Research Professionals
Posting Open Date	07/27/2026
Application Deadline	08/10/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Position Type	Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title	Infectious Diseases Project Manager
Appointment Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number	20077451
Vacancy ID	NF0009922
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time Permanent
FTE	1
Hours per week	40
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	$54,249 - $69,000
Proposed Start Date	08/24/2026

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary	Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs. The UNC Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, is seeking a highly motivated Research Project Manager to support a growing portfolio of clinical research initiatives focused on human subjects research and improving pediatric infectious disease outcomes. Reporting to the Program Director of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship, this role will provide both strategic leadership and hands-on coordination across the full lifecycle of clinical research studies, including planning, execution, and dissemination. The position is responsible for overseeing daily research operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements, managing IRB submissions and documentation, supporting protocol development, and coordinating efforts among faculty, research staff, trainees, and external collaborators. Additional responsibilities include overseeing data management and analysis, contributing to scholarly publications and presentations, fostering a collaborative research environment through mentorship and partnership, and identifying opportunities to enhance processes and strengthen the Division's research infrastructure.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Master's or Bachelor's and 0-2 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Candidate must be able to communicate effectively (written and spoken) in English as well as in French with diverse audiences as well as build relationships with a variety of constituents (e.g., research PIs, study subjects, regulatory personnel, clinical and administrative staff). Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required for communication with research teams in Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Candidate must demonstrate the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities effectively and exhibit proven research management abilities with an understanding of the culture, policies, and procedures relevant to academic research programs. Must have significant knowledge and experience with academic research, including funding mechanisms and opportunities, identifying research study needs, proposal development, regulatory and IRB compliance policies, and methods of presentation of research results. Must have familiarity with academic research structures, preferably the organization of the UNC School of Medicine Must have demonstrated relationship-building skills. Must have strong attention to detail and ability to communicate complicated issues effectively. Candidate must be able to work simultaneously on several activities and handle multiple demands with efficiency and professionalism. Must be willing and able to travel to DRC and other locations for research activities and dissemination.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Experience leading research projects is preferred as well as knowledge and experience working in an academic medical institution. Experience conducting data analysis and management is strongly preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/323000

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title	Courtney Lineman, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email	Courtney_Lineman@med.unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.