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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex federal IT projects, facilitating regulatory and technical coordination, while ensuring Agile delivery excellence in a FISMA Moderate environment. Collaborate with...

2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $137K *

Shape the future of technology insights by leading research projects, crafting impactful analyses on emerging trends, and collaborating across teams to support national security and global competitive...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive project success by collaborating with clients and engineers to implement AI infrastructure, ensuring alignment with client needs while managing technical requirements and project visibility...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $146K *

Manage and execute technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, coordinate resources, and communicate effectively to meet project goals and suppo...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex software development projects, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery throughout the project lifecycle. Advocate for Agile methodologies whi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading complex projects with enterprise-wide impact. Influence decision-making, drive alignment across functions, and enhance project management practices while delivering meaningf...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape your career by revolutionizing global participant recruitment. Own the recruitment process, optimize partner performance, and enhance the product experience with your expertise. Drive systematic...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing a scalable participant recruitment system across our global partner network, ensuring quality and efficiency at every step of the process...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of participant recruitment, bridging internal teams and external partners to create a scalable, efficient system for high-quality recruitment across diverse projects...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic construction site by leading project execution, ensuring compliance, and managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget...

Yesterday

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

$190K - $215K *

Manage design-build construction projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee progress and resolve issues while maintaining documentation and safety standards f...

Reposted yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading software development initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of accountabi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the end-to-end delivery of complex technology programs across Cloud, Software, Data, and AI. Collaborate with customers and engineering teams to manage dependencies, risks, and ensure alignment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $125K *

Contribute to strategic leadership and operational success in a donor-funded program dedicated to ensuring free information flow in challenging environments. Lead diverse teams, manage budgets, and bu...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate operations by leading complex, cross-functional projects focused on new home openings and organizational readiness, ensuring alignment and visibility of functional workstreams for leadership...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Empower your career by managing solar projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and exceptional quality, while collaborating with diverse teams and clients fo...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $200K *

Oversee ship maintenance projects for Navy R&D, providing technical leadership in planning and compliance while ensuring project performance meets Navy standards and organizational practices...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $193K *

Drive comprehensive project delivery by leading planning, methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration. Leverage risk management and data insights to ensure optimal outcomes and continuous improv...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex clinical trials, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget. Drive collaboration across teams while maintaining high standards for project delivery and sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing groundbreaking AI research initiatives, managing complex projects across various sectors, and building strategic partnerships to enhance responsible AI practices an...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Collaborate to design and implement scalable deployment systems that enhance connectivity for diverse businesses. Shape product evolution and improve processes to ensure seamless network infrastructur...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $170K *

Drive operational excellence in product and technical project management, transforming signed contracts into efficient network deployments that scale and enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring r...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Drive project success by leading federal government initiatives, overseeing planning, coordination, and execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement i...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of a multi-year ERP modernization program, ensuring seamless integration of HCM and Finance transition to Oracle Fusion Cloud while supporting stakeholder coordination, governance...

3 weeks ago

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

$101K - $135K *

Transform project delivery by leading a dynamic commissioning team, ensuring effective communication and oversight across multiple projects while maintaining budget, schedule, and performance metrics...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.