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Employer Name: Yale University

1. Oversees the execution and implementation of detailed project plans in concert with stakeholders. 2. Manages several routine projects simultaneously and ensures that the design, testing, training, documentation and prioritization objectives are met. 3. Assists in refining and re-sequencing during the implementation and execution phases of assigned projects, as needed. 4. Works closely with business analysts, technical professionals, end users and project stake holders during the requirements, solutions design and implementation phases to develop detailed project plans for implementation. 5. Works on risk assessment, communication planning, development of performance metrics, and project entry criteria. 6. Creates detailed project plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project completion. 7. Manages client expectations and provides issue/risk identification and escalation pathways. 8. May supervise the implementation team of cross-functional project and technical resources. 9. Designs, develops, and executes communication systems to ensure effective exchange of information between project stakeholders, senior management, and staff. 10. Resolves complex project issues that involve representatives from multiple organizations. 11. Complies with standard policies and procedures. 12. May supervise and train junior project managers. 13. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Skill/ability 1: Demonstrated experience advancing research to policy in a university environment with government officials, philanthropy, and other key stakeholders. Required Skill/ability 2: A strong track record of managing complex, fast moving programs. Required Skill/ability 3: Ability to work independently and problem-solve as well as enlist the support of other team members within the organization. Required Skill/ability 4: Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and the ability to interact well with faculty, staff, and research partners internally and externally. Required Skill/ability 5: Strong quantitative, analytical, and financial management skills required. Preferred Education: Graduate Degree in Policy, Business, Law, Economics, or a closely related field and at least five to seven years of relevant work experience, including demonstrated experience in a government agency. Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Posting Position Title: Project Manager University Job Title: Research Translation Manager Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Graduate Degree in Policy, Business, Law, Economics, or a closely related field and at least five to seven years of relevant work experience, including demonstrated experience in a government agency. Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of related, demonstrated work experience or equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.