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Kansas Geological Survey
Position Overview
The Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) is seeking applications for a Research Project Manager. This position will provide management and oversight of core program projects that focus on water quality and environmental health and the progress of different aspects of the program. The Project Manager will focus on multiple research projects with diverse stakeholders, including but not limited to the KGS statewide groundwater quality monitoring program, which includes local, state, and federal agencies, private and not-for-profit partners, and government (scientific and regulatory) and academic scientists.
The Project Manager will oversee the management of key partnerships, including its strategic direction and continued program development. Duties involve managing and guiding program meetings, logistics, timelines, budgets, and other activities related to the program. The Project Manager will have the opportunity to participate in research activities within their area of expertise. Work will be conducted under the supervision of the Associate Director for Geohydrology & Geohealth.
Job Description
The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the program is achieving its goals. As they oversee the progress of different aspects of the program, the Project Manager’s tasks include:
60% Project Management
- Primary liaison with state agencies, stakeholder groups, etc.
- Work with program leadership team to set, implement, and report on annual goals and timelines.
- Identify other projects with collaborative potential to incorporate into geohydrology and water quality databases; work closely with data managers/analysts to implement this.
- Track metrics for evaluating the program’s success.
- Lead reporting to funding sources and state agencies (e.g. KDHE).
- In consultation with field staff, coordinate field campaigns and develop sampling protocols.
- Track water quality samples through analysis pipelines.
- Oversee purchasing and track operational budgets.
- Coordinate all projects team members to produce annual reports.
- Serve as an overall source of information on Kansas water issues and agency contacts.
- Serve as proxy for the Associate Director as needed.
25% Research Collaboration, Coordination and Development
- Identify and develop ideas for new research projects.
- Oversee collaboration across project teams and with other divisions.
- Network with stakeholders and set meetings to develop proposals.
- Develop position papers, presentations, and web content to share research data and findings.
- Organize and interact with collaborating scientists to respond to funding opportunities.
- Contribute to research and publications within the program.
15% Broader KGS Collaboration and Professional Development
- Collaborate with other KGS personnel on research and service programs.
- Represent KGS at professional events.
- Serve on KGS committees.
- Attend workshops and courses in leadership, grants and contracts administration, project management, software, etc.
Position Requirements
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Contact Information to Applicants
Annette Delaney
[email protected]
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application includes:
Advertised Salary Range
$60,000 - $70,000, depending on qualifications and experience
Application Review Begins
18-Mar-2024
Anticipated Start Date
22-Apr-2024
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Conditions of Employment
Contingent on Funding
Work Location Assignment
Hybrid
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
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