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The Center on Drug and Alcohol Research is seeking a Project Management Director.

We are looking for someone to fill a position that will help manage several large studies evaluating the effectiveness of substance abuse treatment programs in Kentucky.

This position includes project management across 5 state funded projects as well as management of intake and follow-up data collection, data safety and monitoring, data analysis, and data reporting across studies.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and writing sample (research related writing sample is preferred).

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

MS Windows, MS Office, excel, SPSS, web experience.

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Master's degree plus five or more related experience preferred.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.