# Occupation profile — research manager - **ESCO URI:** http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c02ee787-c30b-4f0d-9d7f-6eb36fc44a5d - **ESCO code:** 1223.2.2 - **ISCO-08 group:** 1223 — Research and development managers - **O*NET-SOC:** 11-9121.00 — Natural Sciences Managers (match: exactMatch) ## Description (ESCO) Research managers oversee the research and development functions of a research facility or program or university. They support the executive staff, coordinate work activities, and monitor staff and research projects. They may work in a wide array of sectors, such as the chemical, technical and life sciences sector. Research managers can also advise on research and execute research themselves. ## Definition nan ## Alternative labels - research scientist - chief science officer - principal research scientist - head laboratory analyst - scientific research director - head of laboratory - scientific director