Carolina Population Center · 1 day ago
Executive Research Manager
North Carolina, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education, known for its commitment to innovative teaching and research. They are seeking an Executive Research Manager to support research collaborations with industry, manage graduate research projects, and oversee undergraduate research programs, ensuring alignment with real-world applications.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead and manage IRMII’s research partnerships portfolio with portfolio industry, determining selection criteria, designing collaboration frameworks, and establishing deliverable timelines and quality standards
Direct all aspects of industry engagement including identifying partners and mentors for projects, owning communication strategy, and ensuring accountability for deliverables
Design and execute IRMII’s research dissemination strategy across all audiences, including academic partners, industry partners, and students through reports, papers, website content, and LinkedIn presence
Develop industry input mechanisms that inform research projects direction and create opportunities for both graduate and undergraduate students to gain practical industry exposure
Lead planning and execution of IRMII signature events, including the Research Summit, Career Fair, and various events with industry partners, with full ownership of outcomes and attendee experience
Manage faculty and research teams with ongoing IRMII projects, providing direction on research project design, analysis support, and project execution
Own project documentation systems, reporting processes, and stakeholder communications protocols
Lead the IRMII undergraduate student researchers program as the primary architect of student experience and professional development
Design, develop and direct comprehensive programs that enhance student learning and professional development for undergraduates (and graduate students), including guest lectures, mentoring opportunities, career panels, workshops, and experiential programs (e.g., internships, global fellows)
Manage IRMII’s engagement across the broader educational network, leading grant programs, scholarship programs, student case competitions, and any other networks that support student development and engagement
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with other UNC departments and external organizations to expand undergraduate research opportunities for and institutional reach
Direct all aspects of student career preparation including resume development, interview preparation, career advising, and internship matching
Own student metrics tracking and outcomes assessment, using data to drive continuous program improvement
Lead the creation of industry-ready research materials including one-pagers, proposals, and presentations that showcase IRMII’s research impact
Develop and execute strategies for research proposal development and industry collaboration opportunities
Design streamlined approaches to data sharing and research collaboration that balance academic rigor with industry needs
Identify and pursue opportunities for research dissemination including conferences, case competitions, thought leadership pieces, and inter-university collaborations
Own the assessment framework for research progress, student outcomes, and program impact
Determine appropriate follow-up actions and interventions based on data analysis
Direct program improvements and strategic initiatives using evidence-based decision making
Lead grant reporting and documentation that demonstrates IRMII’s impact and value to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution
Proven ability to lead complex projects and manage multiple stakeholders with demonstrated success in driving outcomes
Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills with evidence of strategic thinking and program design
Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and industry partners while maintaining ownership of deliverables and outcomes
Preferred
Advanced degree, particularly in fields related to risk management, business, health, engineering, data science, finance, or related fields
Demonstrated success coordinating research projects or building industry partnerships strongly desired
Interest in risk management, insurance, and applied research a plus
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center (CPC) is a community of outstanding scholars and professionals associated to create new knowledge about population size, structure, and processes of change.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase