Director, Market Research Jobs

Discover Director, Market Research opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. These senior positions help organizations understand customers, competitors, and emerging market conditions—and turn research into decisions that shape products, marketing, and business strategy.

What Does a Director of Market Research Do?

Directors of market research lead teams and programs that gather, analyze, and communicate insights. Responsibilities may include setting research priorities, overseeing quantitative and qualitative studies, evaluating market trends, and presenting recommendations to executive stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on customer insights, brand research, competitive intelligence, product development, or market sizing.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced research leaders with strong analytical judgment, communication skills, and a record of translating complex findings into practical recommendations. Relevant strengths can include survey design, research methodology, consumer behavior, data interpretation, executive presentations, team leadership, and familiarity with analytics or research platforms. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Opportunities and Industries

Director-level market research roles are available across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting. Search for opportunities that align with your expertise, preferred industry, and leadership goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles suited to their next career move.

Find Your Next Market Research Leadership Role

Explore current Director, Market Research openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use your research leadership experience to help an organization make better-informed decisions and identify its next opportunity for growth.

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$145K - $172K *

Analyze operational challenges and drive strategic initiatives to enhance market performance. Collaborate with clinical leaders and partners to align objectives, ensuring accountability and continuous...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Engage with strategic enterprise clients to drive retention, growth, and satisfaction. Lead account strategy, advise stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring team members and fost...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading centralized resources and programs, driving operational excellence, and fostering a quality mindset across teams. Collaborate with management to enhance patient support...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $350K *

Unlock your potential as you structure and manage reinsurance programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk transfer and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive enterprise growth by engaging top health system executives, transforming clinical outcomes through innovative solutions, and building strategic partnerships to expand market presence and adoptio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Shape the future of project management in global health by leading teams, ensuring timely delivery, and driving operational excellence across multiple projects while aligning with client and business...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $148K *

Drive strategic partner acquisition by generating new business opportunities in workforce payments, focusing on payroll and pension. Collaborate cross-functionally to build a robust pipeline and lead...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $185K *

Transform strategic sourcing for HR and Benefits, leading complex engagements and driving cost savings while ensuring high supplier performance and stakeholder satisfaction across diverse client needs...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $232K *

Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Drive the growth of our executive community by building innovative channels and systems. Collaborate with leadership to leverage proprietary data, enhance engagement, and create impactful content that...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing Epic clinical systems to enhance research workflows, collaborating with clinical teams to optimize processes and ensure data integrity in a remote settin...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $195K *

Drive change management initiatives that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful adoption of technology and policy changes, while providin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $180K *

Transform underwriting strategies by managing excess casualty business, fostering relationships with wholesale partners, and ensuring profitable outcomes while adhering to company guidelines and marke...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic pre-award contracting, driving compliance and operational excellence. Oversee a high-performing team while collaborating across functions to enhance efficiency and support...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $171K *

Lead the charge in optimizing analytics strategies to drive business growth, leveraging data insights to enhance customer experiences and inform strategic initiatives across a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $175K *

Transform the future of nonprofit investment strategies by leading client engagement, business development, and team coordination. Drive growth and enhance service delivery for a diverse portfolio of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining partnerships in the automotive SaaS space. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance our developer ecosystem, drive commercial negotiations, and foster innovation across key...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $132K *

Shape the future of commercial operations by analyzing data, providing insights, and driving strategic recommendations across teams to enhance business growth and performance. Collaborate with stakeho...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $115K *

Transform the leasing landscape by driving product adoption and broker engagement. As a key partner, you'll enhance AI tools, ensure data accuracy, and build relationships that empower brokers to deli...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate regional commercialization of innovative cell therapies by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring optimal patient access while collaborating cross-functi...

Florida, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in community banking. As a strategic leader, you'll enhance client relationships, shape payment strategies, and deliver measurable growth across the Mid South reg...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Champion clinical services initiatives, driving strategic content development and mentoring teams to enhance market access and client success. Lead projects, ensure compliance with standards, and reso...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Champion regulatory strategy and lead insurance affairs, engaging with regulators and advising clients on AI and imagery use. Build a robust filing program and ensure compliance while shaping industry...

Lehi, UTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Market Research do?question toggle

    A Director of Market Research leads research strategy and teams, oversees studies of customers and markets, and translates findings into recommendations for business leaders. The scope varies by organization and may include consumer insights, competitive intelligence, brand research, or product research.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Market Research jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial market research experience, leadership ability, analytical and communication skills, and expertise in relevant research methods. Specific education, industry background, and technical requirements vary by position.

  • What industries hire Directors of Market Research?question toggle

    Directors of Market Research work in many industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting.

  • How much do Director, Market Research jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Market Research jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Director, Market Research listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.