Virginia Commonwealth University · 8 hours ago
Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives, SOM, Internal Medicine, SSLI-8069
VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program Manager to oversee and manage key projects that align with the Institute’s long-term strategic goals, collaborating closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with senior leadership to define and prioritize strategic initiatives
Develop detailed project plans that outline project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
Translate high-level strategic goals into actionable project plans and ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Managing research projects, including defining objectives, developing methodologies, and delivering results within budget and timeline
Review and submit sponsored project proposals, agreements, and administrative actions
Actively and accurately interpret and apply sponsor and university regulations requirements to ensure compliance
Lead and oversee research projects, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives
Analyzing research data, identifying patterns and insights, and developing actionable recommendations to inform business decisions
Presenting research findings and insights to senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the smooth execution of initiatives
Manage relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants to gather insights and drive project outcomes
Oversee the day-to-day management of multiple projects, ensuring deliverables are met within time, scope, and budget
Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and adjust plans as needed to ensure successful project completion
Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to update on project status, milestones, risks, and changes
Identify potential risks and obstacles to the successful completion of projects and develop mitigation strategies
Proactively address challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines and objectives
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, meeting notes, status reports, and final deliverables
Provide periodic reports to leadership, highlighting project status, key accomplishments, and future milestones
Assess and identify opportunities for process improvements, ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of strategic initiatives
Incorporate lessons learned from completed projects to improve future project planning and execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field
Background in research
3+ years of experience in project management, preferably, strategic initiatives or research-based roles
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data and research into actionable insights
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
PMP or other relevant certifications are a plus
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental coverage
Life-insurance
Short and long-term disability coverage
Retirement planning
Tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition benefits
Significant paid-time off
12 paid holidays
Company
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University.
10001+ employees
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2025 (85)
2024 (85)
2023 (71)
2022 (94)
2021 (77)
2020 (60)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.48MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationUnited States-Japan Foundation
2025-01-15Grant· $0.1M
2024-03-12Grant· $0.08M
2024-02-01Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Karol Kain Gray
Senior VP and CFO
Andrea Ferreira-Gonzalez
Professor
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