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 *

Engage as a strategic Senior Development Project Manager to lead custom display projects from concept to production, effectively managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional communications in a d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale programs and technology initiatives, ensuring comprehensive planning, execution, and direction while meeting agency goals and technical milestones...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of cell and gene therapy programs as a strategic leader driving end-to-end execution in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, ensuring project success through innovative PMO...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic evaluations and partnerships in neuroscience by leading cross-functional teams to identify high-value assets for research collaborations and business development. Ensure seamless execu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $92K *

Manage, oversee, and execute a diverse portfolio of capital projects valued over $100M, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance urban infrastructure and drive economic development initiat...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $150K *

Join us to lead transformative projects in explosives and munitions production, collaborating with diverse teams and federal stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient operations while delivering on co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Help us lead environmental projects and mentor junior staff while enhancing technical skills. Collaborate with clients and project managers to deliver solutions for public and private sectors in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to drive healthcare project delivery, bridging technical teams and client stakeholders. Focus on anticipating risks, building relationships, and ensuring value in AI solutions to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage coordination and administration of construction projects, emphasizing safety compliance and communication with stakeholders to ensure successful execution and documentation. Leverage your exper...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Elevate project delivery by coordinating essential safety and compliance efforts across construction and maintenance projects. Support multi-disciplinary teams in ensuring safe and efficient project e...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading complex design-build projects. Oversee all phases, ensuring quality and compliance, while managing client relationships and cross-functional teams to deliv...

6 days ago

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

$170K - $295K *

Lead the charge in developing a digital thread across nuclear production, ensuring comprehensive oversight and technical leadership while mentoring early career engineers and managing complex socio-te...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $112K *

Lead diverse projects in product commercialization, optimizing supply chain processes and managing timelines. Collaborate globally to ensure quality and budget adherence while driving continuous impro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team that's driving IT project success through Agile methodologies. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery meets technical specifications and customer needs while fostering c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at our underground construction projects by leading and managing all phases from estimation to completion. Ensure safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaboratin...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$105K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team in supporting advanced R&D programs. Collaborate with customers to define project objectives, manage execution plans, and ensure effective program delivery while maintaining high s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $166K *

Take ownership of the execution phase for a large-scale wireless infrastructure project across multiple healthcare facilities, ensuring minimal disruption while managing schedules, risks, and stakehol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion the execution of clinical trials by managing CROs and vendors, ensuring compliance with FDA and GCP standards. Leverage your expertise to enhance project efficiency and drive collaboration ac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $193K *

Lead complex technology programs, aligning technology delivery with business goals. Manage budgets, optimize costs, and ensure effective collaboration across distributed teams in a dynamic tech enviro...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the standard of healthcare and education facility management by leading Monitoring-Based Commissioning projects. Collaborate with engineers to ensure timely execution, optimal performance, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape engineering excellence by leading multidiscipline teams on critical DoD projects. Oversee project delivery stages, enhance client relationships, and ensure adherence to budget and scope while me...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming enterprise software implementation. As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead high-impact projects, ensure client satisfaction, and guide teams towards th...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Drive enterprise software implementations, ensuring successful client adoption of the Canoe platform. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and lead a team to deliver projects on time and w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in project management for engineering initiatives, ensuring optimal manufacturing processes, safety compliance, and effective contractor coordination while fostering communication acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams in managing architectural projects from concept to completion. Ensure client satisfaction, budget adherence, and project quality while fostering strong professional relati...

2 weeks ago

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

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.