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A Research Manager coordinates research projects, leading teams, managing timelines, and ensuring data accuracy to meet objectives effectively.

    • AI Exposure: Medium

      This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.

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  • This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Research Manager careers

A Research Manager oversees and coordinates research projects within an organisation or institution. You might work in a research centre, university, or private sector firm. Research Managers focus on designing research methodologies, managing project timelines, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collection. You’ll lead a team of researchers, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure that research objectives are met within budget and on schedule.

Research Managers play a crucial role in advancing knowledge and innovation. You’ll need to be organised and detail-oriented, with strong leadership and communication skills. You’ll collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure research findings are effectively translated into actionable insights.