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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$90K - $120K *

Manage and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies for programs, leading cross-functional teams to align material goals with business objectives while enhancing program performance and collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $173K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse technology and logistics automation, overseeing projects from concept to implementation. Collaborate with multifunctional teams to drive efficiency and ensure c...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing technical projects that drive digital acquisition strategies. Act as a pivotal liaison among diverse teams, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment to achieve missio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to provide senior project and operational support for NASA's Procurement Office, enhancing executive engagement and operational efficiency while managing critical administrative fu...

3 days ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of transit projects by leading diverse teams in executing innovative passenger rail systems, overseeing design, construction, and testing phases while ensuring quality and safety stan...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Build your career by leading project controls and driving cost efficiency. You'll support project execution through strategic planning, financial analysis, and collaboration with teams to optimize res...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $183K *

Drive impactful project outcomes through strategic planning, resource management, and cross-functional team collaboration. Innovate solutions and navigate complex challenges while ensuring timely and...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $171K *

Empower client success by leading complex implementations of Adobe solutions. Collaborate with teams to drive value, ensuring project delivery aligns with objectives while building strong client relat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $155K *

Manage project operations, ensuring objectives are met through planning, execution, and conflict resolution. Coordinate teams and stakeholders, optimize resources, and uphold project performance stand...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $155K *

Take ownership of project management processes ensuring successful execution and delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and guide teams to meet customer objectives while maintainin...

Yesterday

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

$72K - $108K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, utilizing data analysis, and mentoring teams to achieve measurable outcomes while fostering collaboration across various dep...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $123K *

Engage stakeholders to drive project success by managing enterprise software acquisitions. Lead planning and execution, ensuring timely deliveries and alignment with customer goals while overseeing bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $123K *

Drive successful project execution by managing software acquisitions, ensuring stakeholder engagement, and maintaining budget and schedule integrity to meet customer objectives and quality standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $123K *

Lead the charge in coordinating and executing complex projects within healthcare. Manage full project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with operational goals while driving innovative solutions and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $171K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental management. In this pivotal role, you'll lead multi-faceted environmental projects, drive business development, and collaborate with industry exp...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$67K - $95K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in laboratory management, overseeing operations, ensuring safety compliance, and providing training for both academic and research staff while collaborating with i...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $148K *

Engage stakeholders to drive effective change adoption across global initiatives. Collaborate closely with teams to apply structured change management and support continuous improvement within Field S...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $148K *

Join a team that drives global change initiatives by leveraging structured change management methodologies to ensure successful program delivery and adoption across diverse stakeholders in Field Servi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $139K *

Lead the charge in driving global change management initiatives by implementing Prosci methodologies, enabling adoption, and measuring impact to ensure successful outcomes in operational environments...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $210K *

Lead the charge in production control operations, ensuring seamless execution of build plans and material coordination for DoD programs. Foster collaboration across teams to enhance manufacturing effi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $148K *

Unlock potential by delivering structured change management for global initiatives, fostering adoption through stakeholder collaboration, and driving sustained transformation across diverse teams and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $148K *

Lead the charge in driving successful global change initiatives through structured, people-centric change management practices, ensuring effective adoption and sustainable outcomes across diverse team...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $148K *

Transform global initiatives by driving change adoption and readiness in complex environments. Partner with stakeholders to implement structured change management practices, ensuring effective communi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Advance project success by overseeing multifaceted pharmaceutical initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and regulatory standards while leading cross-functional...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $207K *

Partner with us to lead the modernization of legacy systems, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and efficiency through cloud transformation and application upg...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.