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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$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing engineering portfolios from intake to production, ensuring cross-functional collaboration and effective communication with all levels of leadership, while championing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee transportation infrastructure projects, coordinating teams to ensure timely completion and risk assessment, while balancing client expectations and project complexities across multi...

Yesterday

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform the release management landscape by leading complex, multi-team programs, ensuring top-notch governance and operational efficiency. Drive cloud cost optimization and streamline vendor operat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of bioprocessing by leading the development, optimization, and transfer of upstream operations. Mentor junior staff while collaborating internationally to enhance efficiency and knowl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading controls activities, ensuring accuracy in cost, scheduling, and reporting across EPC projects while mentoring team members and collaborating with stakeholders for opti...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $160K *

Drive project initiatives across Operations & Middle Office and Technology, managing comprehensive workflows in Private Credit, Loans, and CLOs while ensuring stakeholder collaboration and effective p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $148K *

Lead the charge in implementing complex projects, forging strong client partnerships, and applying proven methodologies to deliver successful outcomes across multiple engagements. Shape best practices...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $162K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality technology projects on time and within budget, mentoring project managers while ensuring best practices are implemented across the IT Project Ma...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex medical communications projects, fostering collaboration across disciplines, managing budgets, and ensuring optimal performance that meets client expectations an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex projects, guiding teams, and ensuring client satisfaction. Oversee project success from initiation to completion while driving financial performance and risk m...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $175K *

Transform the project lifecycle by leading Agile teams in delivering innovative tech solutions. Drive client satisfaction through effective backlog management and enhance team dynamics with your Scrum...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead project execution and team coordination, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and delivering high-quality outcomes. You will drive risk management and resource planning while fostering communi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to luxury custom home building, overseeing projects from inception to completion. Lead field operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure quality while enhancing client e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate missile defense solutions by ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and overseeing critical hardware verification processes within complex DoD programs...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Oversee complex engineering programs by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely execution of projects, maximizing resource efficiency, and driving strategic initiatives to achieve business su...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $170K *

Champion data management excellence by leading and mentoring your team, driving effective practices in clinical trials, and ensuring regulatory compliance for project success and quality deliverables...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Manage comprehensive project initiatives in a hybrid model, leading teams and consultants to deliver on time and within budget while ensuring design excellence and sustainability throughout each phase...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming electrical construction by managing large-scale projects. Lead the execution of assigned scopes, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while collaborating with...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Launch your career by guiding a critical BI recovery project, engaging with IT teams, and ensuring project execution aligns with business objectives. This role demands proactive problem-solving and st...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and oversee IT policy and program management for federal projects. Engage with clients, coordinate project efforts, and ensure quality deliverables while managing staff and budget, all within a d...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $214K *

Pioneer complex healthcare capital projects by leading multidisciplinary teams. Achieve efficient delivery as a trusted advisor, overseeing scope, budget, schedule, quality, and stakeholder engagement...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$187K - $214K *

Lead the charge in managing complex healthcare capital projects, ensuring seamless integration of multidisciplinary teams, strategic oversight, and stakeholder engagement across all project phases for...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the successful execution of large-scale projects by managing teams, enhancing stakeholder communication, and delivering exceptional results through innovation and strategic planning in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $165K *

Champion large-scale IT projects, leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives within budget and scope, while managing stakeholder expectations and delivering high-quality outcomes in...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Deliver exceptional construction project leadership by managing every phase of the project lifecycle to ensure on-time and on-budget execution, while strengthening client relationships and driving bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.