Research Project Manager - Mechanical and Materials Engineering

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department Research Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating research projects from inception through implementation, ensuring project objectives are achieved on time and within budget. This role supports the Principal Investigator in developing project scope, timelines, and work plans, coordinating resources, and managing stakeholder relationships to facilitate seamless project execution.

• Oversees daily operations of research project activities, including workforce development (WD), technology transfer, and providing specialized technical expertise.
• Prepares a wide range of materials and technical reports for meetings, workshops, and recruitment events, and coordinates all travel arrangements for the Principal Investigator as needed.
• Compiles and analyzes reports, including financial documents, to highlight progress, identify adverse trends, and propose actionable recommendations or conclusions.
• Develops and implements project scope, objectives, work plans, timelines, and strategies while monitoring progress toward goals and ensuring updates are effectively communicated to the Principal Investigator and stakeholders.
• Collaborates with Principal Investigators (PIs) to document project milestones accurately and submits regular updates to stakeholders, funders, and leadership teams.
• Partners with external evaluators to establish program survey objectives, design survey questions, and oversee survey distribution and data collection.
• Conducts qualitative and quantitative data analysis to inform program improvements and make recommendations for enhancements based on evaluation findings
• Manages recruitment, onboarding, and training of student research assistants, federal work-study students, OPS employees, and/or Graduate Assistants, including reviewing and approving timesheets.
• Plans and organizes professional development workshops and project-led events.
• Coordinates the onboarding, placement, and support of program participants into internship roles with partner organizations.
• Acts as a liaison with student organizations to coordinate joint events and foster collaborations that expand the programs reach and impact.
• Oversees purchasing, procurement, and budget-related tasks for project supplies and ensures compliance with financial protocols.
• Maintains strong public relations by serving as a liaison between university administration, staff, faculty, and external stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned, with the understanding that the omission of specific tasks does not preclude the assignment of additional responsibilities relevant to the position.
• Manages financial data and provides budget support for the Principal Investigator, including assisting with budget development, projections, and recommendations.

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience; OR six (6) years of relevant training and/or military experience ; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Experience in a research project environment.

Administrative

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Expanded Background Check

This is a time limited appointment which may be terminated at any time with 30 days' notice

Current Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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