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 - $95K *

Help us drive construction excellence by managing projects from scope to completion, ensuring strict adherence to budgets and timelines while collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors...

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6 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal manufacturing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer requirements. Manage resources, schedules, and risks while collabor...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful project leadership, coordinating and executing strategic initiatives across marketing, sales, and operations while partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve bu...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $222K *

Champion the success of clinical trials by managing complex projects globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery while adapting to changing needs and resolving conflict...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by building influential relationships in the Colorado public procurement community, driving digital adoption and marketplace insights for agency partners, while actively engaging...

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2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform project execution by overseeing team performance, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Engage with stakeholders to enhance project success and foster...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $177K *

Deliver impactful IT projects by managing the full lifecycle from inception to closure. Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution on time and within budge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of Veteran and Family Member Programs by integrating multiple initiatives focused on business process improvement, data integration, and organizational change. Ensure project su...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $115K *

Accelerate project success as a Field Project Manager, overseeing renovation efforts in key markets. Engage contractors, manage procurement, and streamline operations throughout the project lifecycle...

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1 week ago

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

$103K - $137K *

Unlock your potential by managing strategic projects that enhance operational efficiency and drive customer success across functions, balancing multiple high-priority initiatives while ensuring timely...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the successful delivery of Cybersecurity projects by managing cross-functional teams, utilizing both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, while ensuring adherence to budget, scope, and quality stan...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead strategic initiatives driving infrastructure and technology modernization across various corporate functions. Champion risk reduction and operational excellence to achieve alig...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive high-quality federal proposals by managing timelines, content, and teams, ensuring compliance with RFx requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to produce compelling and accurate responses t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing compelling proposals for U.S. Government solicitations, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strategize and execu...

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6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful programs as a strategic leader in Veteran healthcare, focusing on suicide prevention initiatives through planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration to enhance care for those at...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a senior leadership role driving a high-performing project management team, ensuring successful execution of clinical studies while managing resources, performance, and client sa...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $222K *

Shape your career by leading clinical project management for global trials. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure compliance, and meet project deliverables while fostering effective teamwork an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $283K *

Engage in transformative transportation engineering projects by managing large-scale designs and overseeing project development processes. Utilize your expertise to drive success across multi-million...

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6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $125K *

Oversee grants and contracts lifecycle, ensuring compliance and optimizing funding opportunities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage budgets, mitigate risks, and improve processes with...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Help us enhance research initiatives by overseeing grant management and compliance in collaboration with faculty across multiple disciplines, ensuring fiscal integrity and regulatory adherence for a d...

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5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of clinical research by leading global trials. Drive strategies, ensure compliance, and coordinate teams across cultures to deliver high-quality studies on time and budget, while...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives across diverse DoD programs. Manage comprehensive project portfolios while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivering exceptional out...

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2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $205K *

Drive success in large-scale nuclear projects by managing design and construction teams, ensuring timely deliveries and effective client communication, and maximizing budget adherence while prioritizi...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that leads complex technical infrastructure projects, driving AI initiatives and operational improvements through effective project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and disciplined planni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare operations by managing Epic Revenue implementations, ensuring alignment between IT and stakeholders, and driving project success through strategic planning a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.