Penn State University
Part Time Research Project Manager - Family and Community Medicine
Penn State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
Part Time Research Project Manager - Family and Community Medicine
Overview
The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine, in Hershey, PA AHEC is hiring a wage payroll position to provide 10-20 hours per week of advance project management support. This person will be hired as part of the PA AHEC team supervised by Project Director Dr. Benjamin Fredrick. The proposed position will include responsibilities related to Community Health Worker, Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, and other workforce-related programs. This role requires experience with program enrollment and retention, data collection and analysis, invoice and budget tracking, and collaboration with both internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree and demonstrate advanced program management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects efficiently in a part-time capacity.
Remote and hybrid work approval is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
EEO/Notice
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The university is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging and to fostering a culture of inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and closure of projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications effectively.
Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and troubleshoot project challenges.
Monitor project performance and prepare progress reports for sponsors and external partners.
Ensure compliance with grant policies, guidelines, and best practices.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health, project management, or a related field.
Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in advanced program/project management, preferably in healthcare or health administration.
Strong proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and customer relationship management systems (CRM).
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a flexible, part-time role.
About the team
The FCM Research Division has a dynamic team of researchers involved in diverse, collaborative, primary care-based research, including cancer prevention and survivorship, healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, mental health, pain, substance use, health disparities, and more. The campus is located in Hershey, PA, with access to a high quality of life and proximity to major metropolitan centers.
Background checks/clearances
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
Additional information
Comprehensive campus safety information is published in the annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR). If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, please contact the university.
Notes
Internal vs external application process: Penn State employees and students should apply via Workday; external applicants should use the external application process.
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The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine, in Hershey, PA AHEC is hiring a wage payroll position to provide 10-20 hours per week of advance project management support. This person will be hired as part of the PA AHEC team supervised by Project Director Dr. Benjamin Fredrick. The proposed position will include responsibilities related to Community Health Worker, Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, and other workforce-related programs. This role requires experience with program enrollment and retention, data collection and analysis, invoice and budget tracking, and collaboration with both internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree and demonstrate advanced program management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects efficiently in a part-time capacity.
Remote and hybrid work approval is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
EEO/Notice
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The university is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging and to fostering a culture of inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and closure of projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications effectively.
Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and troubleshoot project challenges.
Monitor project performance and prepare progress reports for sponsors and external partners.
Ensure compliance with grant policies, guidelines, and best practices.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health, project management, or a related field.
Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in advanced program/project management, preferably in healthcare or health administration.
Strong proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and customer relationship management systems (CRM).
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a flexible, part-time role.
About the team
The FCM Research Division has a dynamic team of researchers involved in diverse, collaborative, primary care-based research, including cancer prevention and survivorship, healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, mental health, pain, substance use, health disparities, and more. The campus is located in Hershey, PA, with access to a high quality of life and proximity to major metropolitan centers.
Background checks/clearances
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
Additional information
Comprehensive campus safety information is published in the annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR). If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, please contact the university.
Notes
Internal vs external application process: Penn State employees and students should apply via Workday; external applicants should use the external application process.
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