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Sanford Health

Research Project Manager

Marshfield, WI

$71K - $91K/yr

Creates detailed project plans and schedules. Prepares, manages, and reports on overall project ... Research Associates (SoCRA) required within two years of employment into position. If an RN, must ...

Montana State University

Research Project Assistant

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

... Project Assistant Brief Position Overview This position will assist Dr. Timothy DelCurto with the ... This includes working with numerous graduate students and research associates to complete research ...

Mercor

Strategic Project Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

You'll work alongside researchers, operators, and AI companies at the forefront of shaping the ... As a Strategic Project Associate (SPA) at Mercor, you will work with Strategic Project Leads to ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

Individuals hired as Project Associates will either work with assigned faculty on a research project or provide technical and classroom management support for instructors. Project Associates hired ...

NYU Langone Health

Project Associate

Manhattan, NY

The Project Associate is the day to day patient-facing administrative contact for the program ... Responsible for providing moderate data analysis and other research-related activities. Uses ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

Individuals hired as Project Associates will either work with assigned faculty on a research project or provide technical and classroom management support for instructors. Project Associates hired ...

NYU Langone Health

Project Associate

Manhattan, NY

The Project Associate is the day to day patient-facing administrative contact for the program ... Responsible for providing moderate data analysis and other research-related activities. Uses ...

NYULMC

Project Associate

New York, NY · On-site

The Project Associate is the day to day patient-facing administrative contact for the program ... Responsible for providing moderate data analysis and other research-related activities. Uses ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for research project associate in the United States is $30.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Research Project Associates are professionals who manage and coordinate research projects, often within academic, scientific, or healthcare settings. They support principal investigators by handling project logistics, data collection, regulatory compliance, and reporting. Their role ensures that research studies are conducted efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with institutional and governmental guidelines. Research Project Associates often act as a bridge between researchers, sponsors, and administrative staff to facilitate smooth project execution.

What are some typical challenges faced by research project associates when managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Research Project Associates often handle several projects at once, which can make prioritization and time management challenging. Balancing deadlines, coordinating with diverse teams, and ensuring data integrity across projects requires strong organizational and communication skills. Effective use of project management tools and regular check-ins with team members help in navigating these challenges and maintaining project momentum.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a research project associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Research Project Associate, you need strong analytical skills, project management experience, and typically a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with data analysis tools (such as SPSS, R, or Excel), research databases, and project management software is often required. Outstanding organization, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating tasks and collaborating with research teams. These competencies ensure projects are executed efficiently, data is accurately managed, and findings are clearly communicated to stakeholders.

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Infographic showing various Research Project Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,044 per year, or $30.3 per hour.

Research Project Manager

Sanford Health

Marshfield, WI

$71K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $27.50 - $44.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

For more information on the All of Us Research Program visit https://www.joinallofus.org/wisconsin

Summary

The Project Manager will provide coordination and administrative oversight for the All of Us Research Program, ensuring compliance with federal grant requirements, regulatory policies and required project milestones. Responsibilities include managing program day-to-day operations, overseeing reporting requirements, coordinating partner and stakeholder engagement, monitoring performance metrics, and facilitating communication across participating sites to support successful program implementation and achievement of project objectives.

Job Description

Creates detailed project plans and schedules. Prepares, manages, and reports on overall project schedule and budget to appropriate managerial levels. Tracks project schedules, deliverables, costs/budget and time. Leads day-to-day project activities required to deliver a quality solution on time. Leads cross-functional teams through the process of discovery, design and implementation. Coordinates resources and schedules to achieve desired goals. Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation; tracks progress and performance on initiatives. Establishes procedures, processes, and milestones while working with management staff to resource projects accordingly. Ensures resource availability and allocation; coordinates internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects. Identifies and assesses risks; facilitates resolution. Reports and escalates identified risks to management as needed. Verifies and manages changes in project scope, schedule, and cost. Verifies that the project produces the proposed benefits defined in the business case within the specified constraints of time and cost. Ensures all deliverables are at an acceptable level of quality before proceeding to the next phase. Delivers projects on time, within scope and within budget. Conducts post-close analysis of process improvement for future projects. Builds an understanding of working areas. Skillful and flexible at managing change. Uses a systems approach to problem solving. Develops and maintains productive working relationships with cross-functional project team and third party service providers/vendors integral to the project delivery. Ensures timely and appropriate communication between all members of the time by generating, collecting, and disseminating project information. Requires strong background in Visio, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor's degree in health services, life sciences, biomedical sciences, nursing, or clinical field required. Master's degree in public health, health care, business, or science related fields is preferred.
Minimum of three years' experience managing full lifecycle projects desired. Requires strong quantitative analytical skill. Advanced working knowledge with project management software and Microsoft Office required.
Depending on area, may require valid driver's license. Those working in a clinical research setting are required to obtain the following:Certification through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) required within two years of employment into position. If an RN, must also be licensed with the applicable State Nursing Board and/or possess multistate licensure privileges as required by position.

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

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