Research Project Manager

Digital Promise

. Coordinate and support research activities including project planning, deliverable tracking, data collection and analysis, and preparing results for publication .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,234 - $108,180 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating research activities, managing complex workflows, and ensuring compliance with data privacy policies. Proficient in statistical analysis and project management, with strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration across diverse teams.

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Project ManagementStatistical AnalysisResearch CoordinationData ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisData CollectionProject PlanningDeliverable TrackingIRB Protocol DevelopmentQuantitative Data ManagementLiterature ReviewReport DraftingWorkflow OrganizationRisk Identification

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailProblem SolvingAdaptabilityTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceAsanaNotionGoogle WorkspaceSlack

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Education ResearchLearning SciencesFederal Grant ReportingData Privacy ComplianceResearch Participant Recruitment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and support research activities including project planning, deliverable tracking, data collection and analysis, and preparing results for publication
Define and carry out research and evaluation tasks and procedures with minimal guidance
Set timelines and work plans, assign tasks, and monitor progress toward project goals
Plan work sequentially and oversee daily operations across multiple projects
Identify project bottlenecks, risks, and contingencies and work with research leads to resolve issues
Maintain project documentation for internal teams, external partners, and funder requirements, including federal grant reporting
Coordinate project teams and communications liaisons to ensure timely publication of resources
Coordinate schedules, communication channels, internal meetings, and external participant convenings
Assist research leads across the research lifecycle, from literature review and protocol support through data collection and report drafting
Support research participant recruitment processes
Develop, submit, and track IRB protocols and maintain IRB documentation
Clean, organize, and manage quantitative datasets
Perform descriptive statistical analyses, including frequencies, means, standard deviations, distributions, and cross-tabulations
Oversee project data architecture, data handling, confidentiality, and compliance with data privacy policies
Contribute independently and as a co-author to blogs, white papers, and other research outputs
Organize, archive, and synthesize research findings and project documentation
Lead project subcommittees as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree required
3+ years of experience in research, preferably related to education and/or the learning sciences, or equivalent experience in a related field
Excellent writing, editing, communication, and interpersonal skills in multiple formats
Familiarity with APA
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with impeccable attention to detail
Proven ability to organize and manage complex workflows, including knowledge of project management tools
Familiarity with Salesforce, Asana, Notion, Google Workspace, and/or Slack is a plus
Familiarity with education and/or learning sciences research fields
Ability to prioritize responsibilities, solve problems, and manage competing tasks and deadlines independently and in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to work flexibly and adaptively in virtual and face-to-face settings
Ability to travel as needed
Passion for learning, teamwork, creativity, and education
Strong commitment to Digital Promise’s mission and impact goals
Interest in redesigning learning systems to better serve historically and systemically excluded populations
Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members
Must be willing to build inclusive relationships and collaborate with employees at all levels and external partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Coverage of 85% of health insurance premiums for employee coverage
Coverage of 75% of health insurance premiums for dependent and family coverage
15 vacation days
12 sick days
3% 401k employer contribution
3% employer 401k match
Flexible work environment
Hybrid organization with primarily remote work
Travel at least 4 times a year for in-person meetings and the annual staff retreat