Research Project Manager – Center for Applied Communications & Networks

About the role

The Center for Applied Communications and Networks at Texas A&M University System is seeking a Research Project Manager to coordinate technical research projects on network technologies and communications systems. You will guide projects from proposal development through execution and final reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate proposal development, track requirements, manage deadlines, and prepare meeting minutes.
• Manage multiple research projects simultaneously, overseeing milestones, budgets, and stakeholder communication.
• Maintain project tracking systems, generate status reports, and ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, industry partners, and sponsors to achieve project objectives.

Required profile

• Experience managing technical or research‑focused projects.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including academic and industry partners.
• Strong organizational skills for tracking milestones, expenses, and documentation.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive health benefits and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement plans through the Teachers Retirement System of Texas and optional defined‑contribution options.
• Tuition assistance and wellness programs supporting work‑life balance.
• Salary range $4,180.17 – $6,971.89 per month, commensurate with experience.