Entry Level Senior IT Project Manager Jobs
New grad senior it project manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like XoriantːUS, Swire Coca-Cola, and Arthrex hiring at this level now.
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Overview:
Principal Duties
- Research Data Navigation
- Secondary Data Resource Repository
- Clinical Research Project Management
Knowledge and Skills Required
- PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field.
- 1+ years of experience with secondary data research (e.g., clinical, administrative, registry, or EHR data) and clinical research study design/data analysis.
- Experience in an academic medical center, health system, or clinical research environment preferred.
- Peer-reviewed scientific publication and grant proposal writing track record required.
- Project management experience, including planning, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and development of standard operating procedures.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Columbus, OH region.
Job Description Summary:
Conducts independent research in a specific scientific area, designs experiments, analyzes data, and presents findings. Oversees and assists junior research staff and students.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts independent research. Develops project aims, objectives, and experimental techniques.
- Supervises and mentors junior research staff and students. Trains and supervises technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
- Records and analyzes data generated by the research study. Develops hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
- Independently prepares scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Presents findings at local and national research forums. Writes first drafts of grant proposals and manuscripts. May be CO-PI on grant applications.
- Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
- Prepares to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.
Education Requirement:
PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.
Licensure Requirement:
(not specified)
Certifications:
(not specified)
Skills:
- Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.
- Excellent laboratory technical skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.
Experience:
Three years of relevant research experience after PhD program, required.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder
FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
100% Any requirement necessary to perform research at the bench, work in the animal facility
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Overview:
Principal Duties
- Research Data Navigation
- Secondary Data Resource Repository
- Clinical Research Project Management
Knowledge and Skills Required
- PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field.
- 1+ years of experience with secondary data research (e.g., clinical, administrative, registry, or EHR data) and clinical research study design/data analysis.
- Experience in an academic medical center, health system, or clinical research environment preferred.
- Peer-reviewed scientific publication and grant proposal writing track record required.
- Project management experience, including planning, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and development of standard operating procedures.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Columbus, OH region.
Job Description Summary:
Conducts independent research in a specific scientific area, designs experiments, analyzes data, and presents findings. Oversees and assists junior research staff and students.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts independent research. Develops project aims, objectives, and experimental techniques.
- Supervises and mentors junior research staff and students. Trains and supervises technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
- Records and analyzes data generated by the research study. Develops hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
- Independently prepares scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Presents findings at local and national research forums. Writes first drafts of grant proposals and manuscripts. May be CO-PI on grant applications.
- Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
- Prepares to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.
Education Requirement:
PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.
Licensure Requirement:
(not specified)
Certifications:
(not specified)
Skills:
- Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.
- Excellent laboratory technical skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.
Experience:
Three years of relevant research experience after PhD program, required.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder
FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
100% Any requirement necessary to perform research at the bench, work in the animal facility
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
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Entry Level Senior IT Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level senior it project manager job?
Start by building hands-on project experience through internships, volunteer IT work, or academic capstone projects that demonstrate planning, coordination, and delivery skills. Earning a foundational certification such as CAPM or CompTIA Project+ signals commitment and gives hiring managers a concrete benchmark. Tailor your resume to show you can manage scope, timelines, and stakeholders, even at a small scale, because that evidence carries real weight at the entry level.
Which companies hire entry level senior it project managers?
Companies hiring entry level senior it project managers right now include XoriantːUS, Swire Coca-Cola, and Arthrex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of employers, including technology consultancies, healthcare systems, financial services firms, and large enterprises running active digital transformation programs that need junior project support.
Are there remote entry level senior it project manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and project type. About 50% of entry level senior it project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making this a more flexible field than many IT roles at the same experience level. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at larger organizations that want new hires to build team relationships in person before working independently.
Are these new grad senior it project manager jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior openings alongside other entry level roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or explicitly invites applicants who are early in their careers. If you are a new grad looking to break into IT project management, these listings are a practical starting point.
Which industries hire the most entry level senior it project managers?
Entry Level senior it project manager roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they run large, ongoing IT programs that require coordinated project support, creating structured onboarding paths where junior candidates can grow into full project ownership over time.