Program Manager, Office of Research Innovation, & Economic Development-UTK
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Program Manager for AI Tennessee supports the execution of strategic initiatives across research technology and engagement overseeing multiple complex projects from planning through completion. This role plays a key part in shaping operational strategy and cross-unit alignment with opportunities to influence program direction and drive outcomes. The Program Manager works closely with leadership to drive progress on internal investments and external partnerships that advance AI Tennessees mission. This position can be in the office or hybrid.
Responsibilities
Strategic Project Coordination & Documentation:
-Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive documentation frameworks that support high-level decision-making at the AVC level and for the AI Tennessee leadership team
-Independently assesses and recommends adjustments to improve clarity and coherence of strategic goals proactively identifying gaps or misalignments
-Prepare and present project status updates reports and presentations for leadership and stakeholders synthesizing insights across projects
-Support strategic planning and road map development for future initiatives related to AI Tennessee
-Develop a structured approach for timely project updates ensuring fluid communication across the team
-Provide informed recommendations on prioritization and resource allocation to support timely and effective project execution
-Anticipate risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the timely delivery of outcomes
Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement:
-Implement project management tools and best practices
-Facilitate accountability across collaborators by tracking progress and surfacing barriers to execution
-Recommend improvements to senior leadership on innovations to enhance operational workflows streamlining processes while maintaining program integrity
-Manage multiple projects and assignments independently or as part of a team.
-Use effective communication methods to foster interaction and collaboration across the University in support of efficiencies removing impediments to workflow
Stakeholder Engagement & Event Strategy:
-Serve as the primary point of contact for AI Tennessee events and engagements ensuring alignment with programmatic priorities
-Make decisions about event structure and engagement objectives collaborating with the administrative team on logistical execution
-Manage stakeholder communications and lead post-event follow-up to evaluate impact and inform future planning
-Represent AI Tennessee at meetings conferences and stakeholder engagements liaising with internal communications staff and external contractors to ensure consistent messaging.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:
-As required
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education:
- Bachelors Degree in a relevant field of study.
- Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in program or project management
- Experience implementing project management tools and tracking progress
- Experience coordinating across units and engaging diverse stakeholders
- Knowledge Skills Abilities:
- Knowledge of project management principles and tools (e.g. Asana ClickUp Smartsheet Jira)
- Skill in organizing and managing multiple concurrent projects with attention to detail
- Ability to analyze project documentation and identify strategic gaps
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to implement process improvements and track operational metrics
- Ability to travel in support of AI Tennessee on occasion
Preferred Qualifications
- Education:
- Masters Degree in a relevant field of study.
- Experience:
- Experience in academic research or innovation-focused settings
- Experience supporting faculty or research teams
- Knowledge Skills Abilities:
- Knowledge of academic research environments and innovation ecosystems
- Ability to interpret strategic goals and translate them into operational plans
- Knowledge of event planning strategy and stakeholder engagement best practices
Work Location
- Location: Knoxville TN
- Onsite Hybrid
Compensation and Benefits
- UT market range: 11
- Anticipated hiring range: 11
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structurehere
- Find more information on UT Benefitshere
Application Instructions
To express interest please submit an application with the noted below attachments.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for ... View more
