Research Program Manager

Title:
Research Program Manager
Job Type:
Contract (W2 Only)
Contract Length:
4 months
Pay Range:
$80-90/hr
Start Date:
ASAP
Location:
Remote (PST)
About The Opportunity
Our client, a leader in technology and digital media, is looking for a skilled
Research Program Manager
to join their team for a 4-month engagement. This project involves supporting key operational and cross-functional initiatives across the organization to improve visibility, coordination, and consistency within their research operations. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables
This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating cross-functional initiatives involving research and partner teams.
• Tracking milestones, deliverables, and timelines across multiple workstreams.
• Maintaining program plans, status updates, and essential documentation.
• Identifying and escalating risks or blockers to appropriate stakeholders.
• Ensuring follow-ups and next steps are clearly captured and executed.
• Supporting the coordination of how research insights and outputs (e.g., thought pieces, POVs, case studies) are shared across teams.
• Supporting efforts to maintain consistency across processes and outputs, including tracking the adoption of standards.
• Assisting in documenting processes, identifying areas for improvement, and maintaining team artifacts such as distribution lists and shared resources.

Required Skills & Experience:
We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• Deep expertise in program management, operational execution, and supporting cross-functional research teams in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented approach to maintaining program plans and documentation.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates and facilitate work across multiple stakeholders.
• W2 only (No C2C or 1099 contractors)