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R&D Projects Manager

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Posting Number PG194778EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title R&D Projects Manager Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate based on experience Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8a.m.-5p.m. Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Wilson College of Textiles About the Department

Over the past 125 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals.

That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to a welcoming and supportive culture. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.

We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and NSF as regular research partners.

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Essential Job Duties

Zeis Textiles Extension (ZTE) in the Wilson College of Textiles is seeking an R&D Projects Manager for their portfolio of grant-related research projects, currently spanning more than 16 PIs, 28 projects and 5 academic institutions, the largest of which is the Textile Innovation Engine.

Role

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Interim Director of ZTE and the leadership team of the Textile Innovation Engine to manage research initiatives, support project success, and help drive innovation by:

• Overseeing the request for proposals process to identify new projects for the Engine R&D portfolio, in collaboration with the Engine leadership team
• Onboarding new R&D projects into the project management system
• Meeting monthly with Principal Investigators (PIs) for all Engine and allied projects
• Gathering all R&D reporting information from PIs
• Supporting report writingMaintaining data for the project tracking system
• Supporting Engine leadership in advisory board management and communications
• Supporting Engine leadership by representing the Engine at conferences and events
• Supporting Engine leadership by attending conferences and events and reporting on learnings and new technologies
• Support ZTE leadership for workforce development initiatives and other special projects
  
  

If you are an organized, detail-oriented professional who excels at managing complex projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and supporting research that creates real-world impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Zeis Textiles Extension team.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there will be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Textile Technology or similar discipline.

Other Required Qualifications

• 2-5 Years of project management experience
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with researchers, industry partners, academic collaborators, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a dynamic research environment.
• Ability to translate complex technical and research information into clear, accessible communications for a variety of audiences.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic environment experience.
• Project management experience supporting faculty and Principal Investigators (PIs).
• Teaching experience in a formal learning environment.
  
  

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 07/24/2026 Anticipated Close Date 8/7/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications. Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details

Position Number 00112214 Position Type EPS/SAAO Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 180401 - Textile Extension EEO

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