Research Manager, UNLV International Gaming Institute (FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE ELIGIBLE) The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Research Manager, UNLV International Gaming Institute (FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE ELIGIBLE)[R0153377].Role of the Position Reporting to the IGI Director of Research, this position supports IGI's research mission through independent and collaborative work across the Institute's research portfolio. The role requires strong technical fluency in data science methods—including large-scale behavioral datasets, algorithmic auditing, machine learning, and reproducible data pipelines—alongside traditional research methods like surveys and qualitative analysis. Key responsibilities include leading manuscripts, white papers, and policy briefs; presenting findings to stakeholders and at conferences; writing grants and funding proposals; and supervising research staff (student workers, graduate assistants, postdocs). The Research Manager also supports editorial duties for the Gaming Research and Review Journal and assists with the Institute's triennial International Conference on Gambling and Risk Taking. Background Screening Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in gaming, hospitality, computer science or other related field and 2-4 years of experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date. Position also requires:
- Experience working with Institutional Review Boards (IRB)
- Experience with working in collaborative teams
- Experience working with large high-dimensional datasets
- Demonstrated accomplishment of organizing and executing research projects
- Proficiency in data analysis and research programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and experience building or maintaining research workflows
Familiarity with data infrastructure and research computing environments (e.g., server administration, cloud platforms, version control, data pipelines).
Preferred Qualifications:- Awareness of best practices relating to public and private funding for gambling research.
- Experience in submitting and acquiring grants and contracts.
- Ability to encourage and support entrepreneurial activity.
- Ability to work with technical experts (e.g., data engineers) to implement ideas, assign and supervise tasks, and provide guidance on executing data engineering and management tasks.
- Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values
- A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
- SalarySalary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
- Benefits of Working at UNLVCompetitive total rewards package including:
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
- Perks & Programs
- Employee recognition and appreciation programsUNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
- Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Kasra Ghaharian, Search Committee Chair. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on 09/08/2026.Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted. Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support. For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.Profile of the University Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. EEO/AA StatementThe University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Title IX StatementThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 4
