Project Manager II, Research

About BlueLabs

BlueLabs is a leading provider of analytics services and technology for a variety of clients, including government, business, and political campaigns. We help our clients optimize their engagements with individual customers, supporters, and stakeholders to achieve their goals. Simply put: we help our partners do the most good by getting the most from their data. 

Today, our team of data analysts, scientists, engineers, and strategists comes together from diverse backgrounds to share a passion for using data to solve the world’s greatest social and analytical challenges. We’ve served more than 400 organizations ranging from government agencies, advocacy groups, unions, political campaigns, international groups, and companies. Along the way, we’ve developed some of the most innovative tools available in analytics, media optimization, reporting, and influencer outreach--serving a diverse set of industries, including automotive, travel, consumer packaged goods, entertainment, healthcare, media, telecom, and more.

About the Team

The Program Management team sits within the Insights division of BlueLabs. Team members manage the processes that facilitate day-to-day execution of data and analysis deliverables across client sectors, providing strategic program guidance, and collaborate closely with client and technical teams. 

About the Role

The Research Project Manager will play a central role coordinating, implementing, and managing processes and research efforts across teams at BlueLabs. They will streamline workflows, track project milestones, and oversee the execution of public opinion surveys as well data science and analytics deliverables for multiple clients between political, advocacy, and commercial sectors. The role will develop a deep understanding of business and client needs and develop solid relationships with key stakeholders across internal teams to provide effective operational support for programmatic execution. This role will also require strong program management skills, technical understanding of research methods, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholder and client teams to ensure that projects meet ambitious deadlines and drive impactful results. The Research Project Manager will report to the Associate Director of Program Management.

In this position you will:

• Manage and coordinate large-scale survey research and analytics programs, ensuring projects are executed effectively and on time.
• Drive collaboration between data science, polling, and analytics teams, aligning efforts to deliver satisfactory results to clients and act as the communication bridge between BlueLabs’ data scientists, pollsters, and analyst teams to ensure smooth and rapid execution of research initiatives.
• Lead and/or manage coordination with clients, ensuring effective and timely support and communication.
• Facilitate team collaboration using a suite of tools such as Asana, GitHub, G Suite, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

What we are seeking:

• Expertise in designing and/or implementing project management processes, with a background in project management or research program operations
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex technical projects on time and within scope
• Background in or advanced degree in Statistics or related fields, or demonstrated experience working directly on and/or supporting data science or research teams
• Exceptional time management and written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient with computer technology, project management software (Asana, Jira, etc), Google applications (Spreadsheets, Drive, Docs, etc), Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc)
• Comfortable working independently, managing multiple tasks, and highly organized
• Team player with a problem solving attitude

What recruitment looks like:

We strive to hire efficiently and transparently. We expect to onboard this position in January 2024. To get there, we anticipate the successful candidate will complete three interviews (HR 15 minutes, hiring manager 45 minutes, and team interview 60 minutes), all virtually, as well as a technical skills assessment.

What We Offer:

BlueLabs offers a friendly work environment and competitive benefits package including:

• Salary: $95,000
• Premier health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401K matching
• Unlimited paid time off
• Paid personal and volunteer leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 weeks paid parental leave
• Professional development stipend & tuition reimbursement
• Macbook Pro laptop & tech accessories
• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stipend for mobile device
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive & collaborative culture 
• Flexible working hours
• Remote friendly (within the U.S.)
• Pre-tax transportation options for commuting to our office in Washington, DC
• Lunches and snacks
• And more! 

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, as a company policy, BlueLabs strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning employment. BlueLabs adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to produce proof of vaccination status prior to their first day of employment; if not the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated. BlueLabs will evaluate requests for reasonable accommodations for applicants unable to be vaccinated due to a religious belief, disability, pregnancy, or on an individualized basis in accordance with applicable laws.

At BlueLabs, we celebrate, support and thrive on differences. Not only do they benefit our services, products, and community, but most importantly, they are to the benefit of our team. Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans statuses, disabilities and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer, BlueLabs is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. BlueLabs endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact the Director, People Operations.  BlueLabs participates in E-verify. EEO is the Law (Link to external DOL site)

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