The Department of Sociology at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for a Managing Director of the National Marriage Project (NMP) to direct NMP operations. The Managing Director role combines academic leadership, teaching, student mentorship, and development work to advance the understanding and strengthening of marriage and relationships in America. This position offers a rare opportunity to shape national conversations about marriage while also engaging the undergraduate students at the University of Virginia. The Managing Director will report to the Director of National Marriage Project.

Responsibilities:

• Teach one undergraduate course per year on marriage, relationships, and family life (in consultation with Sociology Dept. Chair)
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Project
• Supervise research projects and manage center staff and programming
• Advise and coordinate student engagement activities
• Plan and manage events
• Cultivate donor relationships and raise funds to sustain and expand NMP's mission
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in social science, public policy, law, or counseling

Experience: 2+ years of relevant professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in social science, public policy, law, or counseling
• Capacity to be an excellent teacher
• Experience managing an academic program or nonprofit organization
• Capacity to fundraise
• Commitment to NMP's mission of strengthening marriage culture
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The anticipated hiring range is $60,000–$80,000, commensurate with education and experience.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application review will begin June 16, 2026.

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0083903. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Statement

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Senior Recruiter, sxv9zv@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.