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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$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

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate client success by owning the onboarding and rollout for enterprise clients, ensuring smooth transitions from purchase to sustained usage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive ad...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $120K *

Lead the strategic direction of paid media programs for enterprise clients, combining media strategy with hands-on SEM management. Build client playbooks, present data-driven insights, and guide teams...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive the planning and execution of complex therapeutic programs from discovery to clinic. Serve as a senior program management partner, ensuring successful execution and alignment across cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Transform client relationships by driving business growth, securing profitable projects, and leveraging market access expertise. Lead teams to exceed expectations while identifying industry trends and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the design and execution of clinical studies, ensuring data integrity and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive study activities and support regulatory efforts, while enhancin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Drive marketing measurement innovation by developing scalable frameworks and advanced analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance tracking, optimize investment strategies, and deliver a...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $165K *

Drive product strategy and roadmap for spectroscopy technologies, integrating analytical solutions into bioprocessing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product needs and enhan...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $240K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and analytics. Lead cross-functional teams to drive data strategy, analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring data is a high-value asset that enhances business perfor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Empower the Insurance sector by driving strategic market initiatives, fostering relationships with C-suite executives, and leveraging industry expertise to enhance customer engagement and pipeline dev...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at driving new business growth in IP services by engaging corporate IP departments and legal teams. Leverage consultative selling to expand accounts and build lasting relationships...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $168K *

Shape strategic sourcing initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive savings and efficiencies in the Mechanical category. Manage supplier relationships and execute OneLM Agreemen...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Lead the visual narrative of client brands by delivering exceptional design solutions across multiple channels. Collaborate with diverse teams to uphold high standards and participate in innovative pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise-scale cybersecurity by leading vulnerability management initiatives. Drive program strategy, enhance client relationships, and mentor teams to achieve measurable risk re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise-scale delivery by leading vulnerability management initiatives, driving program strategy, and fostering client relationships to achieve measurable risk reduction across diverse tec...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that shapes product strategy and drives cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer experiences and achieve business outcomes through effective product mana...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's enhancing third-party risk management by leading strategic oversight, driving program improvements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective risk mitig...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations through innovative solutions, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to en...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower global regulatory strategies and drive business growth while leading multidisciplinary collaborations in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your expertise to guide clients through complex regu...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.