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 *

Empower your career by leading construction projects from planning through completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to safety and quality standards while mana...

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

$155K - $200K *

Champion program delivery and team performance in payment initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals while remotely leading and developing a high-functioning project management team...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of project management! This role drives effective planning, risk management, and performance reporting to enhance project outcomes in a federal environment, collaborating closely...

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Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and empower cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analytic programs aligned with Government objectives. Drive data-driven insights, effective stakeholder engagement, and collaborative decis...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive daily management of a critical workstream, ensuring MVP rollout success and fostering clear collaboration for V2 definition in a larger, multi-team program focused on financial services...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $207K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a complex multi-workstream program transition, ensuring alignment across diverse teams and government stakeholders while maintaining effective governance and readiness fo...

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5 days ago

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

$180K - $230K *

Shape the security program by integrating with Security Engineering to manage priorities and execution, translating technical needs into actionable insights for product teams while guiding company-wid...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Lead proposal development and support teams to deliver high-quality bid submissions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while managing multiple deadlines and priorities for various response type...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead transformative cross-functional projects, driving evolution from clinical-stage to operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to implement scalable processes and ensure organizational readine...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate our engineering and product synergy by owning cross-functional program execution. Drive clarity in complex projects while facilitating timely delivery and proactive risk management. Collaborat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the successful execution of large-scale supply chain projects, focusing on warehouse automation and operational go-lives. Collaborate with leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $148K *

Support partners by facilitating their engagement with clinico-genomic datasets. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful onboarding and efficient utilization of data tools while gathering...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing organizational capability through innovative talent and employee engagement initiatives. Partner across functions to drive meaningful changes that improve work...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive product commercialization, optimize portfolio, and accelerate revenue growth through strategic planning and execution. Ensure timely market introduction and measur...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Optimize operations by managing resource coordination and staffing within the Workday ecosystem. Collaborate with leadership to enhance processes, ensure efficient ticket management, and uphold data i...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $108K *

Partner with us to lead high-dollar proposal pursuits, guiding strategic execution and enhancing proposal team capabilities. Drive compliance and quality across complex initiatives, shaping impactful...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $162K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful public health evaluations and strategies. In this senior role, you will manage complex client engagements while developing your team and contributing to innova...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $155K *

Champion program delivery for an enterprise data platform, managing scope, schedule, and risk. Engage with government stakeholders while enabling Agile teams for successful execution and ensuring qual...

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1 week ago

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

$114K - $190K *

Partner with us to lead large-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring successful execution while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and driving high performance on safety, quality, and finan...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of regulatory project management in biotech. Lead global regulatory affairs activities to ensure compliance and drive successful submissions for rare disease ther...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in clinical trial management, ensuring compliance and data integrity while leading a dedicated team. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes and enhance trial quality in...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in commissioning critical facilities. Oversee project life cycles, manage budgets, and cultivate stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with industry standards in high-sta...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of oncology project management by overseeing interdisciplinary clinical research studies and ensuring regulatory compliance while enhancing client relationships a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K *

Lead the charge in overseeing formwork projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver projects that meet safety standards and exceed client ex...

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5 days ago

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

$185K - $210K *

Champion a portfolio of national security programs, ensuring successful delivery of mission-critical data and imagery by managing cost, schedule, and stakeholder relationships while leading cross-func...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.