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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$110K - $140K *

Transform your career by managing employee benefits for diverse clients. Collaborate with Producers and Executives to deliver exceptional service, analyze plans, and drive compliance while fostering s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $195K *

Elevate healthcare marketing by transforming complex science into impactful strategies. Lead multidisciplinary teams to inspire creativity, drive behavior change, and build trusted client relationship...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of public-sector sales by leading a dynamic team focused on identity security solutions. Drive strategy, foster partnerships, and achieve revenue growth across Sta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by leading process and manufacturing engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, product quality, and scalability while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $245K *

Lead the strategic publication function for BHB-1893, driving evidence generation and dissemination in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely, high-quality public...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive sales operations excellence, ensuring effective workflows, data integrity, and actionable insights in a dynamic environment while supporting strategic initiatives and enhancin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Drive the future of data analytics by leading a dynamic team to enhance enterprise data strategies, governance, and insights that align with business objectives and foster innovation across the organi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $221K *

Drive enterprise-wide legal support for global contracting activities, focusing on procurement and technology transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and ensure complianc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $243K *

Transform the underwriting landscape by leading a dedicated team in complex decision-making. Collaborate to enhance relationships and ensure service excellence, driving consistent, high-touch experien...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $130K *

Join as a strategic leader in performance marketing, driving growth for high-complexity ecommerce accounts. Collaborate with teams to enhance client success and elevate marketing strategies, ensuring...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing federal, state, and international tax compliance, planning, and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate tax positions and develop efficien...

Beachwood, OHRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the IT landscape by leading a dynamic team of product managers and analysts, driving innovation and strategic alignment to enhance enterprise value and ensure compliance while fostering coll...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $153K *

Champion financial examinations by leading teams to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery of regulatory services. Foster client relationships, manage complex projects, and drive growth in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding market presence for antibody discovery solutions in Western North America. Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth while ensuring exceptional client relations and...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Optimize financial planning and modeling processes to enhance decision-making. Leverage your expertise in debt analysis and forecasting to deliver actionable insights and support client objectives in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K *

Lead the charge in medical strategy by collaborating with teams to shape innovative brand tactics, enhancing agency-client relationships and driving research initiatives in a fast-paced environment to...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, driving client success through innovative strategies and performance optimization while fostering professional growth and collabo...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $118K *

Drive success by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, optimizing client strategies, and enhancing performance metrics. Foster talent development while managing key client relationships t...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$171K - $245K *

Join a team that's driving patient access through strategic leadership of regional Therapy Access Managers, optimizing operations while ensuring compliant support for healthcare practitioners across m...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a critical portfolio area, leading cross-functional teams to transform user insights into impactful software solutions while mentoring others and shaping platf...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic marketplace by owning the Driver App, enhancing user experience, and driving engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize workflows and improve marketplace h...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform global partner strategies to drive revenue and market share through innovative go-to-market models, collaborating with key stakeholders to establish impactful partnerships and optimize sales...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$164K - $196K *

Unlock psychometric expertise to lead proposal strategies and craft technical documents, ensuring alignment with educational measurement principles for successful assessment products in competitive ma...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $275K *

Lead strategic business development efforts, fostering relationships with government agencies and partners to drive R&D initiatives and align with GE Aerospace's technology roadmap. Manage opportuniti...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.