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CredentialsTranslation certification, project management experienceSimilar credentials, often with leadership training
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with translators and clients on specific projectsOversees multiple projects, manages teams and workflows
Industry UsageUsed in translation agencies, localization firmsUsed in larger organizations, agencies, and corporations

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Project Manager, Research Translation Acceleration

Project Manager, Research Translation Acceleration

Lehigh University

On-site, Remote

$83K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Lehigh University rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Project Manager, Research Translation Acceleration
Job no: 503902
Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time
Location: Partial Remote, Bethlehem
Categories: Research
Lehigh University is building something that bridges the gap between discovery and real-world impact and this role sits at the center of it. As Project Manager for Research Translation Acceleration, you'll drive the operations of a nationally recognized NSF-funded ART grant, helping Lehigh shape how research moves from the lab into the hands of people who need it most.
Position Number: S97280
This position is a Grade: 11 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $83,910 - $102,080 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with the PI and leadership team to plan, execute, and continuously enhance the Lehigh-based Research Translation Acceleration Ecosystem.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive project plan to ensure all ecosystem initiatives and milestones are progressing optimally.
  • Oversee and manage selected research translation staff members to ensure efficient, cohesive, and effective execution of all program activities.
  • Support the selection, implementation, and evaluation of seed translation research projects, while maintaining a tracking system to measure participant engagement and long-term research impact.
  • Manage the design, scheduling, recruitment, and evaluation of professional development activities and training modules for graduate students, postdocs, and faculty, integrating DEIA principles throughout.
  • Plan and oversee annual summer research translation bootcamps while implementing targeted recruitment strategies to grow the ecosystem's participant network.
  • Develop, track, and manage project budgets and resources to ensure strict compliance with project goals, institutional guidelines, and funding agency commitments.
  • Reconcile research accounts monthly, manage budget indexes within Lehigh's Banner system, and oversee monthly corporate credit card expenses.
  • Assist the PI in compiling, preparing, and submitting presentations, as well as interim and final research grant reports in coordination with Research Accounting.
  • Ensure total program compliance with federal government regulations, university policies, and relevant research protocols (including IRB and IACUC requirements).
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan for internal and external audiences, including overseeing the development and regular content updates of the project website.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for internal departments, external mentors, and peer NSF ART-funded institutions, while managing the logistics for seminars, workshops, and major conferences.

Qualifications
  • Master's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Five to eight years of related work experience in an operational or administrative role working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Familiarity with federally funded research programs, grant reporting, or university research administration
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining close alignment with senior leadership and faculty investigators
  • Experience with programme evaluation, data collection, or assessment frameworks
  • Comfort navigating the collaborative, relationship-driven environment characteristic of Lehigh's Academic Affairs structure

Why Lehigh
Lehigh is a research university with genuine momentum and the ART grant reflects its commitment to ensuring that momentum creates tangible benefit beyond campus. In this role, you'll work alongside faculty, industry partners, and innovation leaders in a community that values rigorous thinking and collaborative action. Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university's mission.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application through Lehigh University's careers portal. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
Special Considerations
  • The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor
  • This position is funded by soft dollars; there is no severance associated with this position
  • This position works with minors
  • This position has fiscal or financial responsibilities other than employee expense activity, such as processing or approving transactions; monitoring or preparing budgets; or generating income for University

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.
Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.
Advertised: June 02, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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