Research Manager

Ancestry

. Manage research projects, including communicating with the client and setting expectations .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,300 - $76,351 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in genealogical research management, including project oversight, team development, and client communication. Proficient in Southern U.S. research methodologies and stakeholder management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Genealogist ExperienceProject ManagementSouthern U.S. Research ProficiencyTeam Development and MentoringClient Communication

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Hard Skills

Genealogical ResearchProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementRisk ManagementCost ManagementScope ManagementSchedule ManagementResearch MethodologiesData AnalysisQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem SolvingLeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Family HistoryHumanitiesSocial ScienceBackground CheckResearch ChallengesArchivesLibrariesOnsite ResearchOnline ResearchGenealogists

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage research projects, including communicating with the client and setting expectations
Assign research to team members and contractors
Ensure projects are completed within a specified time frame and on budget
Manage efficient genealogical research by multiple team members at archives and libraries, online and onsite
Solve clients’ research challenges
Ensure high quality of research and final product
Develop and mentor research pod members
Direct and teach genealogists of varying levels of ability

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as a professional genealogist
Bachelors/4-year degree in Family History, History or other Humanities/Social Science subject
2+ years of experience in project management, specifically managing stakeholders, risks, cost, scope, and schedule
Proficient in Southern U.S. research, with an understanding of these records
Successful completion of a background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility for bonus
Equity
Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits
Location-flexible work: nearest office, home, or hybrid, subject to location restrictions and role requirements
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities