Research Manager Jobs in Maryland
Research Manager jobs in Maryland draw from one of the most active research economies on the East Coast, concentrated in federal contracting, biomedical research, public health, and defense analytics. The heaviest hiring is in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, with Bethesda, Rockville, and Baltimore itself as the core metros. Anchors like NIH, Johns Hopkins, and Leidos maintain a consistent need for research managers with expertise in clinical trials, health policy, and program evaluation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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SHE Manager – Research and Animal Safety
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Work Arrangement: Onsite in Gaithersburg, MD to provide leadership for research laboratory, animal care, and site safety operations.
Introduction to Role
Are you ready to lead safety, health, environment, and animal research safety programs in a complex scientific environment? As SHE Manager – Research and Animal Safety, you will provide strategic leadership and comprehensive management of SHE programs that protect people, animals, research operations, and the environment while enabling compliant, high-quality scientific work.
This senior role is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving laboratory and animal safety programs across R&D operations. Working with minimal supervision, you will partner across functions to identify risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, influence stakeholders, and embed practical safety solutions aligned with Global and Gaithersburg SHE objectives.
You will play a visible leadership role in maintaining License to Operate requirements, driving Management of Change, leading investigations and corrective actions, using data to inform decisions, and promoting a proactive safety culture grounded in Human and Organizational Performance principles.
Develop, implement, and maintain SHE protocols, standard operating procedures, safety documentation, and site License to Operate requirements in alignment with applicable regulations, company standards, and best practices.
Provide leadership for laboratory, animal safety, biosafety, and environmental compliance programs, including waste reduction, energy conservation, pollution prevention, and sustainability initiatives.
Typical Accountabilities
Lead risk assessments for new processes, equipment, operational changes, laboratory renovations, and Management of Change activities; develop strategies to reduce risk exposure and support safe, compliant operations.
conduct inspections and program self-audits across laboratories, facilities, and animal care environments; document findings, communicate results, and ensure corrective actions are tracked to timely closure.
Lead or support investigations for injuries, illnesses, spills, near misses, and other SHE events; determine root causes, prepare reports, implement corrective actions, and ensure accurate documentation in electronic safety management systems such as Enablon.
Use SHE data, metrics, benchmarking, and trend analysis to identify improvement opportunities, recommend practical solutions, and communicate the strategic value of SHE initiatives to stakeholders.
Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility through visible leadership, stakeholder engagement, clear communication, one-point lessons, HOP-based learning, and safety communications across multiple platforms.
Build trusted partnerships with researchers, operations, engineering, service providers, regulatory agencies, and site leadership to understand operational needs, influence decisions, and integrate SHE into daily work.
- Develop training, guidance, and communications that translate regulatory and company requirements into practical expectations for laboratory and animal research environments.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking, strong judgment, effective time management, attention to detail, and the ability to move between tactical execution and broader organizational impact.
- Maintain records, reports, and documentation in relevant systems, including AZ SHE systems, Enablon, SharePoint, WorkVivo, and related platforms.
Required On-Call Coverage
On-call coverage is required. Employees may participate in an on-call rotation and be available outside standard working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed to support business-critical activities.
Essential Skills/Experience
- Master’s degree in a scientific field such as biology, public health, safety, environmental science, or a related discipline.
- Experience in biosafety, bench research, animal research safety, laboratory operations, SHE, environmental health and safety, Biopharma R&D, or a related regulated environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead risk assessments, event investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, inspections, audits, and Management of Change activities.
- Strong understanding of laboratory safety principles, regulatory requirements, safety management systems, and SHE documentation requirements.
- Strong computer and technology skills, including experience with electronic safety management systems such as Enablon and related reporting, documentation, or collaboration platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence, advise, and partner effectively with diverse audiences and varying levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data, evaluate options, identify risks and tradeoffs, recommend a fact-based path forward, and solve complex problems with sound judgment.
- Comfort working onsite in laboratory and animal research environments.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Prior experience conducting research or animal experiments.
- ASP, RBP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or other applicable safety certification.
- Prior experience with laser safety, animal safety protocols, biosafety, IBC or IACUC processes, or service as an IBC/IACUC administrator.
- Experience with SharePoint, Enablon, WorkVivo, aTune, CapEx-related safety assessments, or other SHE management systems.
- Familiarity with Human and Organizational Performance principles and practical approaches to strengthening safety culture.
- Ability to build trusted partnerships, influence without authority, and translate complex safety requirements into practical guidance for scientific teams.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $105,710- $125,000 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Why AstraZeneca
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by science and united by our commitment to patients. In this role, you will help protect people, research, animals, operations, and the environment by leading safe, compliant, and sustainable scientific work.
Date Posted
21-Aug-2026Closing Date
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
SHE Manager – Research and Animal Safety
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Work Arrangement: Onsite in Gaithersburg, MD to provide leadership for research laboratory, animal care, and site safety operations.
Introduction to Role
Are you ready to lead safety, health, environment, and animal research safety programs in a complex scientific environment? As SHE Manager – Research and Animal Safety, you will provide strategic leadership and comprehensive management of SHE programs that protect people, animals, research operations, and the environment while enabling compliant, high-quality scientific work.
This senior role is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving laboratory and animal safety programs across R&D operations. Working with minimal supervision, you will partner across functions to identify risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, influence stakeholders, and embed practical safety solutions aligned with Global and Gaithersburg SHE objectives.
You will play a visible leadership role in maintaining License to Operate requirements, driving Management of Change, leading investigations and corrective actions, using data to inform decisions, and promoting a proactive safety culture grounded in Human and Organizational Performance principles.
Develop, implement, and maintain SHE protocols, standard operating procedures, safety documentation, and site License to Operate requirements in alignment with applicable regulations, company standards, and best practices.
Provide leadership for laboratory, animal safety, biosafety, and environmental compliance programs, including waste reduction, energy conservation, pollution prevention, and sustainability initiatives.
Typical Accountabilities
Lead risk assessments for new processes, equipment, operational changes, laboratory renovations, and Management of Change activities; develop strategies to reduce risk exposure and support safe, compliant operations.
conduct inspections and program self-audits across laboratories, facilities, and animal care environments; document findings, communicate results, and ensure corrective actions are tracked to timely closure.
Lead or support investigations for injuries, illnesses, spills, near misses, and other SHE events; determine root causes, prepare reports, implement corrective actions, and ensure accurate documentation in electronic safety management systems such as Enablon.
Use SHE data, metrics, benchmarking, and trend analysis to identify improvement opportunities, recommend practical solutions, and communicate the strategic value of SHE initiatives to stakeholders.
Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility through visible leadership, stakeholder engagement, clear communication, one-point lessons, HOP-based learning, and safety communications across multiple platforms.
Build trusted partnerships with researchers, operations, engineering, service providers, regulatory agencies, and site leadership to understand operational needs, influence decisions, and integrate SHE into daily work.
- Develop training, guidance, and communications that translate regulatory and company requirements into practical expectations for laboratory and animal research environments.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking, strong judgment, effective time management, attention to detail, and the ability to move between tactical execution and broader organizational impact.
- Maintain records, reports, and documentation in relevant systems, including AZ SHE systems, Enablon, SharePoint, WorkVivo, and related platforms.
Required On-Call Coverage
On-call coverage is required. Employees may participate in an on-call rotation and be available outside standard working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed to support business-critical activities.
Essential Skills/Experience
- Master’s degree in a scientific field such as biology, public health, safety, environmental science, or a related discipline.
- Experience in biosafety, bench research, animal research safety, laboratory operations, SHE, environmental health and safety, Biopharma R&D, or a related regulated environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead risk assessments, event investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, inspections, audits, and Management of Change activities.
- Strong understanding of laboratory safety principles, regulatory requirements, safety management systems, and SHE documentation requirements.
- Strong computer and technology skills, including experience with electronic safety management systems such as Enablon and related reporting, documentation, or collaboration platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence, advise, and partner effectively with diverse audiences and varying levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data, evaluate options, identify risks and tradeoffs, recommend a fact-based path forward, and solve complex problems with sound judgment.
- Comfort working onsite in laboratory and animal research environments.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Prior experience conducting research or animal experiments.
- ASP, RBP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or other applicable safety certification.
- Prior experience with laser safety, animal safety protocols, biosafety, IBC or IACUC processes, or service as an IBC/IACUC administrator.
- Experience with SharePoint, Enablon, WorkVivo, aTune, CapEx-related safety assessments, or other SHE management systems.
- Familiarity with Human and Organizational Performance principles and practical approaches to strengthening safety culture.
- Ability to build trusted partnerships, influence without authority, and translate complex safety requirements into practical guidance for scientific teams.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $105,710- $125,000 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Why AstraZeneca
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by science and united by our commitment to patients. In this role, you will help protect people, research, animals, operations, and the environment by leading safe, compliant, and sustainable scientific work.
Date Posted
21-Aug-2026Closing Date
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research manager jobs across Maryland.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in a relevant research field recognized by Maryland employers
- Five or more years of progressive research experience with demonstrated project leadership
- Experience managing IRB submissions, protocol development, or federal compliance requirements
- Proficiency with statistical software such as SAS, R, SPSS, or equivalent analytical tools
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary research teams and coordinate with external stakeholders
- Strong written communication skills for grant writing, reporting, and regulatory documentation
Research Manager Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research manager in Maryland?
Most research manager roles in Maryland require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a master's or doctorate preferred for biomedical, clinical, or federal positions. There is no single state-issued license for the role, but clinical research professionals often pursue certification through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals, which Maryland employers widely recognize. Federal contractors in the Baltimore-Washington corridor additionally expect familiarity with IRB processes and federal compliance frameworks.
How much do research managers make in Maryland?
Research managers in Maryland earn a median of about $168,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $127,920 for the lowest 10% to over $268,240 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire research managers in Maryland?
Employers hiring research managers in Maryland right now include Johns Hopkins University, The Johns Hopkins University, and The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal agencies, health systems, and defense contractors means hiring is consistent year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Maryland cities have the most research manager jobs?
Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville lead Maryland for research manager openings. The Baltimore-Bethesda-Rockville corridor dominates because it sits at the intersection of Johns Hopkins Medicine, the NIH campus, and a dense cluster of federal health and defense agencies, while smaller suburban hubs like Rockville and Bethesda draw biotech and government-contracting employers that rarely post to national boards.
Are there remote research manager jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles. About 71% of research manager openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of much of the work. Positions focused on data analysis, grant management, and program evaluation tend to be the most remote-eligible, while roles requiring direct oversight of lab staff or on-site clinical operations typically require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a research manager in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a research coordinator or research associate role at a Baltimore-area hospital system or a Rockville biotech firm, where you build protocol management and IRB experience before moving into a management track. Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland Medical System both run structured research training programs that serve as on-ramps. Earning a Certified Clinical Research Professional credential early strengthens your candidacy, and lateral moves from project coordinator or data analyst roles within federal contractors are another common route.
Where can I find and apply to research manager jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to research manager jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings updated in real time. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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