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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$120K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at NOAA by managing comprehensive aircraft acquisition and engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful planning, execution, and lifecycle su...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $201K *

Manage clinical trials by creating schedules, reporting budgets, and identifying issues. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project alignment and resource management while mentoring new team mem...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Lead cross-functional teams in clinical trial project management, ensuring operational efficiency, adherence to timelines, and budget accuracy. Collaborate to develop innovative treatments while suppo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Partner with us to drive clinical success through effective project management, ensuring the seamless execution of trials and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to innovate patient care and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $210K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in managing a complex Army acquisition program. You will coordinate project activities, develop schedules, oversee team dynamics, and ensure compliance with DoD...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Build operational excellence in project coordination by supporting Team Leads in tracking, documentation, and reporting. Enhance visibility into project execution and contribute to consistent delivery...

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

$80K - $115K *

Empower organizations to drive strategic engagement and communication success by leading insightful research initiatives that inform decision-making and improve outreach strategies. Collaborate across...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $140K *

Lead statistical initiatives and mentor a dynamic team, ensuring impactful deliverables across diverse clinical research areas while fostering collaboration and strategic development in a remote envir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Lead diverse construction projects, ensuring timely execution and compliance with quality, safety, and client standards. Leverage strong project management skills to drive success in complex healthcar...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Lead and manage construction projects from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and safety standards while coordinating with stakeholders for successful delivery...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive excellence in clinical project management by leading cross-functional teams, resolving challenges, and delivering projects on-time and within budget. Elevate our standards and ensure hig...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high voltage engineering projects, overseeing planning, budgeting, and execution while collaborating with clients and teams to ensure project success and stakeholder sati...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead high voltage engineering projects, overseeing planning, budgeting, and execution. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure project success and drive communication of status and risks througho...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $176K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams. Coordinate with contractors, manage schedules, and maintain quality standards, ensuring timely delivery and financial accountability for mult...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive complex aerospace and defense projects to success, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to firm standards through strategic planning, communication, and risk management...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $146K *

Advance your project management career by leading electronics capital projects. Drive project execution, managing budgets and timelines while collaborating with multi-functional teams to ensure safe a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $146K *

Lead us in executing impactful electronics capital projects efficiently, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget compliance while managing multi-disciplinary teams and fostering collaboration ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $146K *

Oversee the execution of electronics capital projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery while managing multi-functional teams and vendor relationships to exceed project objective...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $146K *

Drive successful execution of electronics capital projects, managing budgets up to $10M while leading cross-functional teams. Ensure on-time, on-spec, and safe project delivery, collaborating closely...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $146K *

Engineer impactful capital projects by leading teams and managing project cycles for successful, safe execution. Oversee project budgets and timelines while ensuring compliance and operational efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $146K *

Join a dynamic team to independently deliver medium-sized electronics capital projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines while leading multi-functional teams and driving project efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in managing operational excellence for a public tour service. Oversee daily activities and staff performance at the Visitor Center, ensuring compliance and enhancing guest experiences...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Transform product development by leading teams from proposal to launch, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, and scheduling goals. Collaborate with cross-functional groups to drive business grow...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you support project management in delivering high-quality environmental services. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while managing project budgets, timeli...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project success by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex automation and control systems projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing scope, budget, and time...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.