Program Manager

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Manager Job Category Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning Department RWJ - Child Health Institute Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientated Program Manager for the Center for NeuroMetabolism (CNM) at the Child Health Institute of NJ at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The primary role of the Program Manager is to support and advance the scientific, administrative, and strategic functions of CNM-administered faculty and staff. The Program Manager will provide high-level oversight and coordination of sponsored research activities associated with CNM, including supervision of grant support personnel, identification of appropriate federal and non-federal funding opportunities, and facilitation of timely and compliant grant application development and submission using the Rutgers Research Administration and Proposal Submission System (RAPSS). In this role, the Program Manager will advise faculty and supervise CNM staff involved in grant-related activities, demonstrating working knowledge of grant submission processes and required Rutgers, federal, state, and foundation materials, while maintaining the ability to quickly learn and adapt to evolving internal and external research administration systems. The Program Manager will participate in CNM decision-making processes, including faculty recruitment activities and the planning and execution of CNM scientific events. The Program Manager will supervise CNM program support staff responsible for communications and marketing and will contribute directly to the development of high-level scientific content that highlights CNM research programs and faculty accomplishments. Working closely with the CNM Director, the Program Manager will support the Center's scientific vision and strategic goals and contribute to initiatives that promote collaborative, translational, and bench-to bedside neuroscience research. A broad knowledge of neuroscience and metabolism-related research and a demonstrated ability to operate at the interface of science, strategy, and administration are required.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• In collaboration with the Director of the Center for NeuroMetabolism (CNM), identify and evaluate appropriate federal and non-federal funding opportunities that support the Center's scientific priorities, long-term performance, and national visibility, and oversee dissemination of funding information through CNM communication channels.
• Provide strategic guidance to CNM faculty, administrators, and staff on proposal development, funding mechanisms, and grant application requirements for federal, state, foundation, and industry sponsors, with emphasis on complex and collaborative submissions.
• Provide high-level oversight of CNM pre-award grant activities by supervising the Grant Specialist and ensuring timely, coordinated, and compliant submission of grant applications developed by the Director and CNM-affiliated faculty.
• Review collaborative research proposals prior to submission to ensure alignment with CNM scientific priorities and compliance with university and sponsor policies and procedures, including IRB, IACUC, and IBC requirements, in coordination with appropriate institutional offices.
• Maintain and curate an up-to-date inventory of shared core facilities, technical resources, and institutional infrastructure relevant to CNM research, and support their strategic inclusion in grant applications and reports.

FLSA Exempt Grade 30S Salary Details Minimum Salary 105763.000 Mid Range Salary 133789.000 Maximum Salary 161814.000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours 37.5 Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description MPSC - Legacy UMD Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in neuroscience or a closely relevant biomedical science, plus 5 years of experience working in a research environment and experience in academic neuroscience environments required.
• Two (2) years of relevant supervisory experience required.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The successful candidate must possess exceptional English writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences, including faculty leadership, trainees, funding agencies, and external stakeholders.
• The role requires demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively within and across multidisciplinary teams, to mentor and guide staff and trainees, and to operate as a trusted partner to senior scientific leadership.
• Significant experience contributing to, coordinating, and writing collaborative grant applications is required, including familiarity with NIH funding mechanisms and center- or consortium-level proposals.
• The candidate must have working knowledge of research compliance frameworks relevant to academic neuroscience, including experience interacting with or contributing to IRB, IACUC, and IBC processes, as well as a general understanding of federal, state, and institutional regulations governing sponsored research activities.
• Experience navigating academic research administration environments and collaborating with grants management personnel is expected, though the role emphasizes strategic and scientific leadership rather than routine transactional grant administration.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and comfort working under time pressure to meet strategic deadlines are essential.
• Proficiency with standard productivity and communication software (including Microsoft Office applications and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and WebEx) is required, along with the ability to rapidly learn and adapt to institutional research systems and evolving administrative tools.
• The successful candidate should also demonstrate an ability to contribute to scientific communications and public facing content, with a broad understanding of how to present neuroscience research to both specialized and lay audiences in support of the Center's mission and visibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive postdoctoral research experience demonstrated by a strong record of peer-reviewed publications in major neuroscience journals preferred.
• Prior involvement in federally funded research programs and experience supporting or leading large, multi-investigator initiatives is strongly preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. Sitting at computer for length of time. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient for computer data entry and data analysis. May need to lift small objects/packages up to 25 pounds. Must be able to perform detailed work, work productively under time constraints to meet multiple grant submission deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
• Work Environment: Fast-paced office setting. Moderate background noise. This position requires occasional evening and weekend hours as needed to meet grant submission deadlines and host CNM activities and events.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1454 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience or a closely relevant biomedical science, plus 5 years of experience working in a research environment and experience in academic neuroscience environments?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have at least two years of supervisory experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application