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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$100K - $110K *

Lead project management efforts by overseeing the acquisition and sustainment of critical avionics systems, enhancing operational readiness and program success in the defense sector...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $201K *

Transform your career with a dynamic e-discovery project manager role overseeing complex litigation workflows while collaborating with attorneys and clients to implement cutting-edge AI tools and impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $140K *

Lead the delivery of cloud systems in an Agile environment, managing key stakeholders and project milestones while ensuring compliance with government standards and practices...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that manages industrial projects from launch to delivery, ensuring quality, cost control, and compliance. Oversee onsite coordination, supplier activities, and collaborate with internation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Champion complex infrastructure projects by managing design and construction phases, ensuring compliance, and effectively collaborating with stakeholders. Lead initiatives to improve road and bridge o...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $120K *

Engage as a pivotal leader overseeing project execution, fostering communication with senior stakeholders, and managing cross-functional teams to ensure successful contract delivery and business growt...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive project success as a Technical Program Manager overseeing cross-functional engineering teams, ensuring effective execution from design to mass production while managing risks, timelines, and sta...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead small-to-medium construction projects, ensuring timely delivery by managing planning, scheduling, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. Utilize technical expertise to monitor progress, resolve con...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Oversee strategic direction and operational efforts for large-scale federal transition assistance programs, ensuring effective support for military Service members and compliance with federal standard...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $130K *

Drive the success of multiple electrical projects while leading teams, maintaining quality standards, and fostering client relationships. Support business growth initiatives through strategic project...

Nanaimo, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing construction projects, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with design standards while guiding multiple contracts from pla...

4 days ago

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

$125K - $156K *

Advance your career by overseeing clinical study operations, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with guidelines and protocols while managing budgets and timelines for our innovative clinical trial...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $142K *

Champion project success by leading cross-functional teams to drive customer satisfaction, ensuring timely delivery and optimal quality of electrical power distribution solutions through effective coo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career by taking ownership of a strategic portfolio in Central Pharmacy Services, executing complex projects, and ensuring alignment among stakeholders while driving success through stron...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Champion technology solutions by leading project assessments and implementations. Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance operational efficiency, optimize workflows, and ensure compliance wi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Drive mentorship and leadership as a structural engineer, shaping early career talent while managing diverse building projects. This role emphasizes design expertise across sectors and fosters communi...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving CMC and development initiatives while overseeing manufacturing projects with external partners. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and aims to enhance proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $122K *

Optimize project execution by overseeing the planning, implementation, and tracking of medium-sized development projects, ensuring technical, cost, and quality commitments are met throughout the proje...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of advanced communication technologies as a hands-on Project Manager. Lead project execution, ensure client satisfaction, and drive innovation in a dynamic, engineering-focused enviro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage diverse water infrastructure projects, ensuring effective execution and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, while safeguarding human health and the environment...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional Electronic Security Systems projects. Oversee project lifecycles, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure client satisfaction while managing sc...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing electronic security projects from initiation to completion. Craft solutions that meet client needs while ensuring timely delivery and high satisfaction through expert coor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$184K - $294K *

Drive project management excellence in complex legal engagements, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency through strategic implementation and strong collaboration with diverse legal...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$201K - $322K *

Join a forward-thinking team as you lead complex projects, enhance client engagement, and streamline legal service delivery through innovative project management methodologies and tools, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$201K - $322K *

Lead the charge in optimizing legal project management for high-profile client engagements. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability while ensuring client satisfaction...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.