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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$157K - $256K *

Shape strategic pricing and channel strategies for innovative therapies, ensuring patient access and affordability. Lead cross-functional initiatives, optimize distribution models, and drive market in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $108K *

Unlock potential by leading mobile rehabilitation services, ensuring high standards of care, managing staff, and driving program growth in diverse settings. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving financial insights and pricing strategies to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client proposals and contract renewals while navigatin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficient order management and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations while collaborating with internal teams and 3PL partners to optimize product flow and per...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $171K *

Engage with our Enterprise Risk Management team to enhance risk practices across business functions. As a trusted advisor, you'll lead initiatives, assess risks, and influence strategies to balance ri...

Des Moines, IARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead transformative sales enablement initiatives, driving team performance and productivity through strategic execution and innovative technology. Collaborate with leadership to enhance seller effecti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Empower innovation in ophthalmic device development by leading global clinical strategies for surgical programs, from feasibility to regulatory submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive pro...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $316K *

Empower your career by leading strategic engagement with oncology thought leaders. Drive insights and relationships that shape brand strategy and launch readiness for innovative therapies in Head & Ne...

Princeton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance client relationships and drive growth. In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring customer retention and identifying new opportunities while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $160K *

Lead the charge in paid social strategy and performance for eCommerce brands. Drive measurable growth, mentor teams, and elevate operational standards while navigating complex client challenges with c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $259K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading European strategies for innovative therapies. Drive successful submissions and interactions with health authorities, ensuring compliance and alignment across...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $239K *

Create transformative customer experiences and drive revenue growth across North America by leading market solutions teams, coaching talent, and navigating organizational change with clarity and effec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K *

Champion project success by leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in the biotech and pharma sectors. Drive milestone achievement, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$295K - $314K *

Drive strategic biostatistical leadership for clinical development programs, overseeing statistical activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality data analysis to su...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the Dynamics 365 business in the US, driving growth, profitability, and team development while ensuring delivery excellence and strategic customer engagement for sustainable success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$251K - $307K *

Champion innovative patient marketing strategies that drive engagement and awareness for a first-in-class therapy in Becker muscular dystrophy, collaborating across teams to enhance patient experience...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $199K *

Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines, leveraging Snowflake and cloud tools to enhance data quality and accessibility. Mentor a growing team while driving best practices in data engineering and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving partner-sourced revenue growth and market expansion through strategic alliances in Data, AI, and Cloud. Collaborate with top technology partners to convert relationships int...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $170K *

Shape the future of our Inside Sales team by driving revenue growth and enhancing customer relationships. Lead with strategic vision while coaching representatives to deliver tailored, technology-enab...

Swedesboro, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $150K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on building client relationships and driving business growth. As a key player, you'll leverage your sales expertise to deliver exceptional service...

Sacramento, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving scalable revenue growth through integrated demand generation and digital marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing operations and e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $151K *

Advance your career by leading financial reporting and forecasting efforts. Collaborate across departments to analyze data, streamline processes, and support strategic planning in a dynamic, high-grow...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $224K *

Drive analytics excellence by leading a team to deliver impactful insights, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic decision-making across diverse business functions. Foster collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by bridging market needs and product innovation. Collaborate across teams to develop compelling messaging and drive successful product launches, ensuring our s...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.

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