Top 70 University Program Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Program Manager, Research Development
Kennesaw State University —Kennesaw, GA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Pass drug screening
Program & Research Manager - Rollins School of Public Health
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Research
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- Continuing education credits
- Work from home
IT Program Manager - OIT
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- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
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Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
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- Bachelor's degree
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Program Manager - TRIO Cobb County
Morehouse College —Atlanta, GA
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Program Coordinator, University Recreation- Fitness Program
Kennesaw State University —Kennesaw, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Manager Program & Research Manager (ETS)| Temporary
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Inventory management
- 5 years
- Supervising experience
- Work from home
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Program Manager - TRIO Talent Search
Morehouse College —Atlanta, GA
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Program Coordinator (ETS)| Temporary
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Temporary
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Databases
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Events Coordinator
Robert W Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center Inc —Atlanta, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Program Coordinator, Flight Programs
Kennesaw State University —Kennesaw, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Program Coordinator, Computer Science - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Management
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
Program Coordinator: School of Medicine - Surgery
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- University
- Work from home
Senior Program Coordinator, Religion - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- University
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Program Business Manager - School of Medicine Anesthesiology
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Business Administration
Economics PhD, Program Coordinator - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- University
12d
Program Coordinator, Pre-Health Advising- Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
4d
Assistant Program Coordinator - School of Medicine Neurobehavior
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Databases
- University
Program Coordinator - School of Medicine Brain Health
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
Senior Program Coordinator, School of Medicine - Education & Residency Programs
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Internal Medicine
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Program Manager, Research Development

Kennesaw State University -
Kennesaw, GA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Newsletters (communication methods)
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administers the full lifecycle of internal funding programs, including seed grants, pilot awards, and strategic investment initiatives, from solicitation through post-award reporting
2. Coordinates proposal review processes, including reviewer recruitment, panel scheduling, conflict-of-interest management, and preparation of evaluation materials and scoring rubrics
3. Tracks, analyzes, and reports outcomes and return-on-investment metrics related to internal funding programs, such as publications, student involvement, external submissions, and awards.
4. Supports faculty in converting internal funding into externally sponsored proposals by assisting with institutional data, bio sketches, facilities documentation, and standard proposal language.
5. Coordinates limited submission opportunities, including internal communications, application intake, and routing of review materials.
6. Develops and maintains research development communications, including newsletters, program announcements, research highlights, and success stories.
7. Maintains research development program files, databases, and tracking systems to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with institutional requirements.
8. Prepares annual summary reports and other research development documentation for internal and external stakeholders

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:
Knowledge of research development practices, sponsored programs administration, and internal grant management within a higher education environment
Familiarity with federal and non-federal funding agencies, proposal guidelines, and compliance requirements
Able to communicate effectively with faculty researchers, department chairs, deans, and research leadership
Able to manage multiple concurrent funding opportunities and deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Experience working with research tracking systems, databases, and reporting tools
Position is primarily office-based and research-focused, with limited off-site or event-related work
Responsibilities emphasize analytical, administrative, and faculty-support functions related to research funding and proposal development

Job Summary

Develops, organizes and implements comprehensive programs in the assigned college, department and/or unit. Responsible for preparing and organizing programs and activities. Promotes programs internal and external to the university and evaluates effectiveness. Ensures programs comply with university and USG policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*:
1. Develops, prepares, coordinates and implements assigned programs
2. Manages and facilitates department communications including program marketing, website creation, mobile applications and social media
3. Serves as liaison and communicates with academic divisions, colleges and departments
4. May assist in developing, monitoring and managing budget processes
5. Manages event planning, marketing and logistics
6. Interprets, evaluates, develops and implements policies and procedures
7. Creates, administers, and analyzes assessment programs
8. Facilitates program components, post-program evaluation and operational reporting
9. Assists with developing new programming
10. Prepares operational reports and analysis to inform center-level reporting and decision-making
11. May supervise assigned staff and/or student assistants

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Required Experience
Three (3) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education administration, public administration, research administration, or a related field.

Preferred Experience
Experience with research development, proposal preparation, or internal funding program management
Prior experience working in a university research office or in direct support of faculty research

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and actively contribute to the creation and implementation of short and long-range department goals; the ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs
Ability to creatively problem solve and independently initiate and develop action plan for addressing identified issues
Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with key campus stakeholders
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS
Excellent project management skills;
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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