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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$80K - $110K *

Explore the world of clinical data management, overseeing data integrity and project delivery. Engage with teams to shape data management strategies, ensuring quality outcomes in clinical trials and f...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Drive the future of data center infrastructure by managing complex electrical projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize pricing strategies and ensure successful implementation across multipl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$70K - $95K *

Drive efficiency in contract management by preparing and verifying invoicing for diverse accounts. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely billing and discrepancy resolution, fostering strong client r...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $154K *

Drive your career with innovative applied research in healthcare transformation, managing multidisciplinary teams to enhance care delivery, improve outcomes, and engage with clients on impactful proje...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead the enterprise data intelligence strategy, driving analytical insights that influence key business decisions while maintaining strong relationships with senior leadership. Optimize analytics oper...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $167K *

Lead the charge in managing complex power delivery projects, ensuring effective planning, coordination, and execution. Oversee engineering teams to enhance grid reliability and modernize utility infra...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $150K *

Champion complex initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects while navigating diverse software delivery practices, including SAFe, to achieve strat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $121K *

Take ownership of data processing initiatives, driving innovation and automation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and meet business goals...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical trials through expert biostatistical analysis, leading projects from concept to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive i...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Deliver impactful biostatistical leadership in clinical trials, utilizing deep statistical expertise to design studies, analyze data, and mentor junior colleagues while driving quality and efficiency...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Drive project success as you lead cross-functional teams, execute strategic plans, and deliver quality outcomes. Utilize your project management expertise to mentor others and ensure the integration o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $230K *

Champion AI quality and governance by leading a team that ensures production-ready AI systems. Collaborate across engineering and product teams to build observability, feedback mechanisms, and enforce...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower growth by leading lifecycle marketing through streamlined operations, enhancing cross-functional team alignment for efficient project delivery, and facilitating scalable marketing strategies t...

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4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of healthcare by managing project activities and overseeing appeals processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient operations while maintaining relationships with internal and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Champion team success by leading proposal development efforts and optimizing strategies to enhance client engagement and retention. Oversee proposal content and financial outcomes while mentoring high...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing IT Service Management for the FAA, focusing on ServiceNow implementations and improving service delivery through innovative strategies and stakeholder engagement. Drive op...

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Yesterday

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

$90K - $115K *

Pioneer strategic project management in complex legal settlements. Lead teams, enhance processes, and manage client relationships while ensuring compliance with project deliverables, budgets, and qual...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of compliance and HR operations. Lead multi-state regulatory strategies for our remote team, guiding onboarding, performance cycles, and tech integration while...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Transform strategic planning processes and operational workflows to enhance effectiveness and efficiency for a landmark Veterans health research initiative while engaging stakeholders and managing mul...

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1 week ago

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

$163K - $271K *

Champion the development of embedded flight software by leading a skilled team through the full software lifecycle, ensuring quality and meeting program goals for high-stakes spacecraft in low-earth o...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Transform project outcomes by leading cross-functional initiatives, managing scope, budgets, and client relationships, while ensuring excellence across all phases of enterprise projects for optimal bu...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $245K *

Champion project insurance strategies and risk management processes, collaborating across departments to evaluate and mitigate risks in a complex industrial and energy landscape, driving successful pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $135K *

Shape the future of proposal writing by crafting persuasive RFP content, collaborating with teams, and transforming complex ideas into cohesive narratives to meet federal contract requirements while d...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $121K *

Champion innovative product solutions in post-acute care, ensuring comprehensive coverage and authorizations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and build value through AI, impacting...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Engage in vital clinical monitoring activities, ensuring compliance and quality across multiple studies. Collaborate with teams, maintain site relations, and support timely project milestones to enhan...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.