Research Product Manager Jobs in South Dakota
Research Product Manager jobs in South Dakota concentrate in healthcare technology, financial services, and agricultural data systems, with openings at every level from associate to senior product lead. Sioux Falls and Rapid City anchor the bulk of hiring activity, while Brookings draws demand near South Dakota State University's research programs. Established employers such as Sanford Health, Citibank South Dakota, and Raven Industries have maintained a lasting need for research product managers who can bridge data science and product strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join Us as a Clinical Research Associate (Level II) – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation
We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last five years.
As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to perform and coordinate all aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process. As a Clinical Research Associate (Level II), you'll conduct remote or on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and manage required documentation. You will manage procedures and guidelines from different sponsors and/or monitoring environments (i.e., FSO, FSP, Government, etc.). Acting as a site processes specialist, you will ensure that the trial is conducted in accordance with the approved protocol, ICH-GCP guidelines, applicable regulations, and SOPs to guarantee subjects' rights, well-being, and data reliability. You will ensure audit readiness and develop collaborative relationships with investigational sites. Detailed tasks and responsibilities assigned to your role are outlined in the task matrix.
Required Qualifications
- 1–2 years of traveling on-site monitoring experience.
- Therapeutic experience in at least one of the following: Oncology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Cardiology, Rare Disease, Respiratory, Obesity, and/or Pulmonary.
- Candidates must live within 60 miles of the nearest major airport. Up to 80% travel is expected.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening.
What You’ll Do:
- Monitors investigator sites with a risk-based monitoring approach: applies root cause analysis (RCA), critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify site processes failure and corrective/preventive actions to bring the site into compliance and decrease risks.
- Ensures data accuracy through SDR, SDV and CRF review as applicable through on-site and remote monitoring activities.
- Assess investigational product through physical inventory and records review. Documents observations in reports and letters in a timely manner using approved business writing standards.
- Escalates observed deficiencies and issues to clinical management expeditiously and follow all issues through to resolution. May need to maintain regular contact between monitoring visits with investigative sites to confirm that the protocol is being followed, that previously identified issues are being resolved and that the data is being recorded in a timely manner.
- Conducts monitoring tasks in accordance with the approved monitoring plan. Participates in the investigator payment process. Ensures a shared responsibility with other project team members on issues/findings resolution. Investigates and follows-up on findings as applicable.
- Participates in investigator meetings as necessary. Identifies potential
- investigators in collaboration with the client company to ensure the acceptability of qualified investigative sites. Initiates clinical trial sites according to the relevant procedures to ensure compliance with the protocol and regulatory and ICH GCP obligations, making recommendations where warranted. Performs trial close out and retrieval of trial materials.
- Ensures that required essential documents are complete and in place, according to ICH-GCP and applicable regulations. Conducts on-site file reviews as per project specifications.
- Provides trial status tracking and progress update reports to the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) as required. Ensures study systems are updated per agreed study conventions (e.g. Clinical Trial Management System).
- Facilitates effective communication between investigative sites, the client company and the PPD project team through written, oral and/or electronic contacts.
- Responds to company, client and applicable regulatory requirements/audits/inspections.
- Maintains & completes administrative tasks such as expense reports and timesheets in a timely manner.
- Contributes to the project team by assisting in preparation of project publications/tools, and sharing ideas/suggestions with team members.
- Contributes to other project work and initiatives for process improvement, as required.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a life sciences related fieldor a Registered Nursing certification or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.
- Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1 years as a clinical research monitor) or completion of PPD Drug Development Fellowship.
- Valid driver's license where applicable.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proven clinical monitoring skills
- Demonstrated understanding of medical/therapeutic area knowledge and medical terminology
- Demonstrated ability to attain and maintain a working knowledge of ICH GCPs, applicable regulations and procedural documents
- Well-developed critical thinking skills, including but not limited to: critical mindset, in-depthinvestigation for appropriate root cause analysis and problem solving
- Ability to manage Risk Based Monitoring concepts and processes
- Good oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel
- Ability to maintain customer focus through the utilization of good listening skills, attention to detail and the ability to perceive customers’ underlying issues
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to remain flexibile and adaptable in a wide range of scenarios
- Ability to work in a team or independently as required
- Good computer skills: solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn appropriate software
- Good English language and grammar skills
- Good presentation skills
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Work is performed in an office/ laboratory/clinical/and/or home office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
- Frequent drives to site locations. Frequent travel, generally 60-80% but more for some individuals. May also include extended overnight stays.
- Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
- Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.
- Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Illinois is $66,800.00–$120,000.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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Research Product Manager Job Market in South Dakota
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Who's Hiring
- Sanford Health5

- Citi2

- Monument Health2

- South Dakota Board of Regents2

- SAB1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Technology & Software1
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Investment & Asset Management1
What South Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research product manager jobs across South Dakota.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field recognized by South Dakota employers
- Three or more years of product management experience in a research or data-driven environment
- Demonstrated ability to translate research findings into actionable product roadmaps
- Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, data science, and business stakeholders
- Proficiency with product analytics tools and agile development methodologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting to senior leadership
Research Product Manager Jobs in South Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research product manager in South Dakota?
Most research product manager roles in South Dakota require a bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or data-related field, and no state-issued license applies to the role itself. Employers in Sioux Falls and Brookings typically expect candidates to combine formal education with hands-on product or research experience. Gaining familiarity with agile frameworks and data analysis tools strengthens a candidacy considerably, as does experience in South Dakota's dominant sectors of healthcare, financial services, or agricultural technology.
Which companies hire research product managers in South Dakota?
South Dakota research product manager roles are posted by Sanford Health, Citi, and Monument Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. South Dakota's concentration of large healthcare systems and financial institutions means steady demand for research product managers who understand regulated, data-intensive environments.
Which South Dakota cities have the most research product manager jobs?
Sioux Falls, Pierre, and Rapid City lead South Dakota in research product manager openings. Sioux Falls dominates because it houses the state's largest healthcare networks and financial services firms, Rapid City draws from its growing technology and defense-adjacent sectors, and Brookings benefits from its proximity to South Dakota State University research initiatives and the applied technology companies clustered around them.
Are there remote research product manager jobs in South Dakota?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 27% of research product manager openings tied to South Dakota are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative-but-digital nature of the work. Strategy, roadmap planning, and stakeholder communication tasks are the most commonly performed remotely, while roles embedded in laboratory or clinical research settings are more likely to require an on-site presence in Sioux Falls or Brookings.
How can I get hired as a research product manager in South Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a research analyst, business analyst, or project coordinator role into a junior product manager position. Sanford Health and other large Sioux Falls employers regularly bring on associate product roles that prioritize analytical thinking over years of product ownership. Building a portfolio of documented research projects or product concepts and earning a recognized product management certification strengthens a candidacy meaningfully when direct experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to research product manager jobs in South Dakota?
You can find and apply to research product manager jobs in South Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Dakota openings updated on an ongoing basis. Search the available roles, find ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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