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The Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a Research Program Administrator.
The Research Program Administrator plans and directs the operations of a complex research program typically involving multiple studies, external partners, internal collaborators, and/or national and international networks. Responsible for leadership, team building, strategic planning, process improvement, regulatory compliance, fiscal planning and management. Reporting to the PI(s) and in collaboration with other investigators and the research team, participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating existing and new initiatives to further the mission and goals of the overall research program, and ensure alignment within Hopkins and partners.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direction and coordination for complex and/or multiple studies on behalf of the PI(s).
- Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PI's, research staff, and funding organizations and exercise authority to make independent decisions about research aims and study design.
- Collaborate with PI and provide guidance to research staff on protocol development and study design.
- Communicate with, and track activities led by, internal and/or external research team members and collaborators
- Develop, prepare and submit grant and contract proposals.
- Interact with investigators, collaborators, and staff to facilitate efficient conduct of study activities.
- Oversee development of study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in budget.
- Provide oversight of budget expenditures and assist with tracking of project expenditures.
- Develop and implement systems for monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance activities.
- Ensure program quality, research fidelity, and adherence to project goals and timelines.
- Perform or oversee statistical analysis for reports, manuscripts, and quality assurance reports.
- Plan data acquisition, collection, and analysis strategies
- Establish systems to collect and analyze data, communicating with team members involved in data acquisition or management, and ensure compliance with study-specific procedures
- Problem-solve study or data management issues to ensure the validity of research findings.
- Design and maintain tracking systems needed to monitor status of all activities.
- Supervise research staff and provide support and guidance to the research group.
- Contribute to the preparation and writing of reports to funders, manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations for internal and professional meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
On call or non-standard work hour requirements
- Current driver’s license issued by the state of residence and good driving record required.
- Ability to travel with overnight stays required as needed.
- Some evening, weekend and holiday work may be required.
- This position will maintain background clearance as required by the employer and any collaborating agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Eight years of related research experience.
- Supervisory or lead experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of local geography and culture, prior work experience in the community.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Management and Analysis - Advanced
- Financial Project Management - Advanced
- Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
- Process Improvement - Advanced
- Program Management - Advanced
- Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
- Report Writing - Advanced
- Research Design - Advanced
- Strategic Program Management - Advanced
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Program Administrator
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MF
Starting Salary Range: $76,980 - $134,995 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/New Mexico
Department name: Center for Indigenous Health
Personnel area: School of Public Health
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
The Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a Research Program Administrator.
The Research Program Administrator plans and directs the operations of a complex research program typically involving multiple studies, external partners, internal collaborators, and/or national and international networks. Responsible for leadership, team building, strategic planning, process improvement, regulatory compliance, fiscal planning and management. Reporting to the PI(s) and in collaboration with other investigators and the research team, participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating existing and new initiatives to further the mission and goals of the overall research program, and ensure alignment within Hopkins and partners.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direction and coordination for complex and/or multiple studies on behalf of the PI(s).
- Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PI's, research staff, and funding organizations and exercise authority to make independent decisions about research aims and study design.
- Collaborate with PI and provide guidance to research staff on protocol development and study design.
- Communicate with, and track activities led by, internal and/or external research team members and collaborators
- Develop, prepare and submit grant and contract proposals.
- Interact with investigators, collaborators, and staff to facilitate efficient conduct of study activities.
- Oversee development of study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in budget.
- Provide oversight of budget expenditures and assist with tracking of project expenditures.
- Develop and implement systems for monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance activities.
- Ensure program quality, research fidelity, and adherence to project goals and timelines.
- Perform or oversee statistical analysis for reports, manuscripts, and quality assurance reports.
- Plan data acquisition, collection, and analysis strategies
- Establish systems to collect and analyze data, communicating with team members involved in data acquisition or management, and ensure compliance with study-specific procedures
- Problem-solve study or data management issues to ensure the validity of research findings.
- Design and maintain tracking systems needed to monitor status of all activities.
- Supervise research staff and provide support and guidance to the research group.
- Contribute to the preparation and writing of reports to funders, manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations for internal and professional meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
On call or non-standard work hour requirements
- Current driver’s license issued by the state of residence and good driving record required.
- Ability to travel with overnight stays required as needed.
- Some evening, weekend and holiday work may be required.
- This position will maintain background clearance as required by the employer and any collaborating agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Eight years of related research experience.
- Supervisory or lead experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of local geography and culture, prior work experience in the community.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Management and Analysis - Advanced
- Financial Project Management - Advanced
- Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
- Process Improvement - Advanced
- Program Management - Advanced
- Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
- Report Writing - Advanced
- Research Design - Advanced
- Strategic Program Management - Advanced
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Program Administrator
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MF
Starting Salary Range: $76,980 - $134,995 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/New Mexico
Department name: Center for Indigenous Health
Personnel area: School of Public Health
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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- HUB International14
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- WorldStrides3
- Meta2
- Alo1
Top Industries Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in international program manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in international relations, public policy, business, or a related field
- 5 or more years managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs across multiple countries or regions
- Project Management Professional certification or equivalent recognized credential
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana, or Smartsheet
- Experience developing program budgets, monitoring expenditures, and reporting to funders or executives
- Fluency or professional proficiency in a second language relevant to program geography
Tips for Your International Program Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for global scope
Quantify the geographic reach of programs you've managed, naming the countries or regions involved. Hiring managers for international roles want to see how many stakeholders, time zones, or partner organizations you coordinated, not just that you managed a team.
Highlight cross-functional stakeholder experience
International program manager postings almost always require demonstrated ability to align government partners, NGOs, vendors, or internal business units. Name the specific stakeholder types in your resume so your application passes ATS filters targeting those exact phrases.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists international program manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your certifications to the posting
If a job description emphasizes project delivery frameworks, confirm your PMP, PRINCE2, or PMD Pro credential is listed clearly in both your resume header and a dedicated certifications section. Many ATS systems screen for these before a human reviewer sees your application.
Prepare a program portfolio with outcomes
Bring a one-page program summary to interviews that shows a complex initiative from design through close, including budget managed, partners engaged, and outcomes delivered. Interviewers for senior international roles consistently ask for a concrete example of end-to-end program ownership.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify the program's budget authority, the countries you'll cover, and whether the role includes travel or in-country postings. These factors define career growth for international program managers and are negotiable before you sign.
International Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most international program managers?
The companies hiring the most international program managers right now include HUB International, TLN Worldwide Enterprises, and WorldStrides, with the largest share of openings in California, Virginia, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal contractors, global nonprofits, and large technology companies with international operations tend to post the highest volume of these roles.
How many international program manager jobs are remote?
About 81% of international program manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the global coordination nature of the role. Sub-areas focused on monitoring, evaluation, and reporting tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring in-country partner management or government liaison work are more frequently on-site or require regular travel.
How do you become an international program manager?
Start by earning a degree in international relations, public policy, global affairs, or business administration. Build field experience through program coordinator or project officer roles at nonprofits, government agencies, or global corporations. Add a recognized project management credential, develop fluency in a second language relevant to your target region, and build a portfolio of multi-country programs you have managed from design through close.
Can you get hired as an international program manager with little experience?
Entry points do exist for candidates with limited direct experience. Roles titled program coordinator, program associate, or project officer in international contexts are designed for early-career professionals and build toward program manager responsibilities. Volunteer or consulting work with international nonprofits, study abroad program administration, or project experience at a global organization can substitute for traditional work history when applying for these junior roles.
What does the international program manager interview process look like?
Most employers run three to four rounds. An initial screening call with a recruiter is followed by a competency interview where you walk through past programs in detail using a structured behavioral format. Senior candidates often face a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders and a written or live case exercise presenting a program design or crisis scenario. References are typically checked before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to international program manager jobs?
You can find and apply to international program manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, sector preference, and location, then apply directly to each posting that fits.
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