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Campus, IL · On-site

$68K - $78K/yr

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How much do program management associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for program management associate in the United States is $52,360.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $59,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is a program manager a high paying job?

Program management associates typically earn competitive salaries that vary by industry, location, and experience level. While program managers often have higher earning potential than entry-level roles, salaries depend on factors such as certifications, project scope, and organizational size.

What can you do with an Associates in project management?

An associate's degree in project management prepares individuals for entry-level roles such as project coordinator or assistant, supporting project teams and managing tasks using tools like MS Project or Trello. It provides foundational skills in planning, scheduling, and communication essential for program management associates to contribute effectively to project execution and delivery.

What is the difference between Program Management Associate vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProgram Management AssociateProject Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; certifications like PMP or CAPM beneficialBachelor's degree typically required; certifications less common
Work EnvironmentSupports multiple projects within a program, coordinating across teamsFocuses on specific projects, managing schedules and resources
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporate, government, and non-profit sectors managing complex initiativesCommon in various industries for day-to-day project tasks

The Program Management Associate oversees multiple projects within a program, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, while the Project Coordinator manages individual projects' schedules and resources. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the associate typically handles broader coordination across projects.

What are the top 3 skills of a program manager?

A program management associate needs strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to coordinate multiple projects and teams effectively. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are also essential for managing risks and ensuring project alignment with strategic goals. Proficiency with project management tools and certifications like PMP can further enhance performance in this role.

What is a program management associate?

A program management associate supports the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple projects within a program. They often assist with scheduling, resource allocation, and communication among teams, using tools like Microsoft Project or Excel. Strong organizational skills and understanding of project management methodologies are essential for this role.
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Research Program Management Associate

Research Program Management Associate

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX • On-site

$79K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


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Job description

Job Title: Research Program Management Associate
Division: Medicine
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $79,092 - $93,049
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summary
The Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Research Program Management Associate. The Research Program Management Associate will be responsible for the comprehensive administrative and financial management of a complex center grant - the NIH-funded Houston Nutrition and Obesity Research Center (HNORC). This role involves managing the full grant lifecycle for multiple core services and pilot projects, ensuring compliance with all institutional and NIH policies. This role will provide end-to-end research administration to an NIH P30 center grant in the department.
This role does not conduct research or direct scientific methodology; it provides operational support that enables center leadership and research teams to carry out their work effectively. This includes organization and alignment of personnel, timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables across one or more research initiatives to ensure work progresses as planned. The ideal candidate will provide expert guidance and proactive solutions to complex grant and administrative issues.
Job Duties
Financial Oversight and Core Service Management: (40% of role)
  • Provides financial management for the center, including creating financial reports, monitoring expenditures across multiple cores and sub-projects, and recommending budget adjustments.
  • Manages the administrative operations for the Center's core services, including budget allocation, tracking usage, and billing.

Operational Management and Reporting: (40% of role)
  • Supports development and maintenance of the program's day-to-day operations.
  • Coordinates implementation of core research services and initiatives to ensure personnel, resources, timelines, and deliverables stay aligned.
  • Tracks core and project milestones, grant objectives, and key priorities; provides regular progress updates to leadership.
  • Prepares reports, presentations, and summaries for leadership, sponsors, and stakeholders.
  • Contributes to outreach or professional engagement activities related to the center's initiatives.
  • Serves as point of contact between the Office of Research (OOR), sponsors, PIs, collaborating institutions.
  • Ensures proposals comply with federal regulations, sponsor guidelines, and institutional policies. Coordinates the review and approval of required compliance components such as human subjects, animal subjects, and financial conflicts of interest.
  • Coordinates core operations, pilot grant programs, annual symposium, and enrichment programs.

General: (20% of role)
  • Partners with the HNORC leadership, affiliated investigators, and stakeholders to support obesity and nutrition research efforts.
  • Facilitates collaboration among investigators, scientists, administrators, and external partners.
  • Supports process improvements to strengthen center workflow and communication.
  • Works closely with the Center Director and Core Leaders to develop, prepare, and submit annual progress reports and other required documentation to the NIH and coordinates administrative components of submissions.
  • Maintains program documentation, policies, and procedures.
  • Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Two years of relevant experience.

Department-specific Requirements
  • Comprehensive grants administration across pre-award and post-award phases, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
  • Experience managing complex NIH grants (P30, P01, U-awards).
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Good communication/interpersonal skills, accountable, organized, self-motivated, team player, works well under pressure, multitasking.
  • Experience with Redcap is a plus.

Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 25060

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