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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$195K - $208K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$106K - $181K *

Lead the risk and compliance strategy for payment products, driving cross-functional collaboration and ensuring successful launches. Own product roadmaps, manage backlogs, and leverage AI tools to enh...

Richardson, TXRemote

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

$130K - $163K *

Shape the future of AI in our organization as a strategic leader driving enterprise-wide adoption and integration of AI technologies, enhancing productivity and delivering measurable results through i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive brand strategy and integration by translating insights into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling narratives and creative briefs while managing workstre...

CanadaRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K *

Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $297K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $300K *

Shape the future of neurodegenerative disease diagnostics by leading scientific strategy, driving research programs, and building expert networks to establish industry leadership in innovative solutio...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and execute innovative technology strategies, leading projects that address complex challenges across client organizations while mentoring junior members and managing sta...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by engaging C-suite stakeholders and closing multimillion-dollar partnerships within large pharmaceutical organizations. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex sale...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams to deliver clinical research projects on time and within budget, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations while...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$246K - $332K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $190K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $243K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cardiovascular innovation, leading a dynamic team to drive the adoption of advanced imaging solutions in the U.S. market, while fostering strategic partnerships...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $265K *

Champion governance excellence by leading policy frameworks, enhancing Board operations, and driving AI-enabled improvements. Engage with investors and committees to elevate governance practices at a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $175K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$246K - $332K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $237K *

Join a team that fosters financial leadership and strategic excellence by providing key support to market leaders, ensuring transparent reporting, and driving business success through collaboration an...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   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.

  • 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.