Research Program Manager Salary in the United States

Research Program Manager Salary

How much does a Research Program Manager make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Program Manager in the United States is $90,103. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $81,319 to $99,982, with most professionals earning between $73,322 and $108,976.

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Research Program Manager Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $73,322 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $81,319 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $90,103 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $99,982 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $108,976 US April 01, 2025
25% $81,319 10% $73,322 90% $108,976 75% $99,982 $90,103 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Scientist - Clinical Research

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Research Program Manager

    5 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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