Research Project Manager jobs at Ladders

At Ladders, you can find a curated list of high-paying job opportunities for Research Project Managers. These lucrative job positions are available across a wide array of industries, making it an excellent platform for experienced professionals to find their next big break.

Why Choose Research Project Manager Jobs?

Research Project Managers play a vital role in coordinating and managing research projects, ensuring that they run smoothly from inception to completion. The wide range of industries that require research project managers includes academia, healthcare, technology, and beyond.

Growth and Salary Prospects

With salaries ranging over $100,000 per year, the role of a Research Project Manager is a lucrative and fulfilling career path. As organizations continue to invest in research, the demand for this role is expected to keep on growing.

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$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic oversight for acquisition support, procurement tracking, and government property management, ensuring compliance and efficiency for NOAA/NESDIS operations acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by overseeing quality assurance for clinical trials, driving compliance, and ensuring the accuracy of processes and documentation while leading a dedicated team in continuous impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Deliver expert data management for clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee timelines and maintain quality datasets in a f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer transformative SAP S/4HANA implementations, leading multi-workstream delivery while fostering stakeholder collaboration. Ensure governance, scope discipline, and operational change across glob...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and mentor team members to drive organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive remediation projects for compliance with SOC 2, ITGC, and emerging regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project execution, stakeholder reporting, and enhance GRC proces...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Tackle a significant program management role, driving project delivery and governance while collaborating with clients. Your leadership will ensure timely execution, risk management, and adherence to...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to manage IT infrastructure projects from start to finish. Utilize your expertise in project management to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction while traveling...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $250K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to manage embedded software programs, ensuring alignment between hardware and software teams. Oversee planning, execution, and risk management for various program...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead utility-scale renewable energy projects from development to closeout, ensuring successful execution through effective risk management and coordination with clients, contractors, and engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Design and execute innovative product strategies for digital image exchange, ensuring seamless healthcare workflows and market differentiation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enter...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex contract management efforts, collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency, and driving strategic negotiations to maximize value and minimize risks t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $190K *

Partner with us to lead major service projects, ensuring delivery, efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profit management, while utilizing your strong project management and engineering expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage high-impact commercial data center construction projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets. Lead project scheduling, team collaboration, and operational success thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $135K *

Drive the optimization of manufacturing facilities by leading complex, cross-functional projects. This role ensures compliance, safety, and cost efficiency across multiple sites through strategic plan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to lead complex IT projects for the Department of Corrections. Oversee systems integration and new Data Management capabilities, ensuring project delivery aligns with business goals and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Champion project delivery for innovative data centers, managing end-to-end execution, coordinating teams, and driving results. Be pivotal in shaping infrastructure for the AI era through dynamic proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in creating transformative energy solutions by managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate customer success and drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead dynamic event production projects by ensuring optimal client satisfaction, managing labor teams, and enhancing operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with Account Executi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock project potential by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of enterprise-level Salesforce projects while fostering collaboration and proactive risk mana...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Champion the clinical operations team, ensuring project success through resource management, process efficiencies, and compliance. Drive training, metrics development, and mentorship to enhance team c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Support project success by managing financials and vendor relations while ensuring team engagement, driving budget development, and maintaining accuracy across complex marketing projects in the advert...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage implementation projects, ensuring clear ownership and accountability across complex customer engagements while maintaining rigorous oversight of critical paths and deliverables for timely launc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading multifaceted projects for federal clients, enhancing agency services as you collaborate with a dynamic team. Bring your expertise in facilities design and project man...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $241K *

Lead the charge in innovative traffic engineering projects across Southern California. Manage multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and deliver data-driven transportation solutions whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Research Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Research Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing research projects. This involves working with various stakeholders, managing budgets, setting timelines and ensuring the research project goals are met.

  • What skills are required for a Research Project Manager job?question toggle

    Research Project Managers are generally expected to possess strong leadership skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. They also require excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a keen understanding of research methodologies.

  • What qualifications do I need to become a Research Project Manager?question toggle

    Typically, a Research Project Manager would need a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Some positions may require a Master's degree or PhD. Additionally, experience in project management, especially in a research setting, is highly desirable.