Direct Your Career Towards a Director of Research Position

A Director of Research oversees the planning, development, and execution of research initiatives. Deal with top employers in industries that prize research and gather valuable insights to advance your career in research direction on Ladders.

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Find a multitude of opportunities in diverse fields such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, education, and market research. With Ladders, the platform trusted by $100K+ professionals, you can discover the ideal Director of Research position for you.

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$185K - $344K *

Play a key role in driving product strategy and governance for data products, ensuring innovation and adoption across patient journey domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analyt...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team shaping security and risk services for enterprises across North America. Lead strategic initiatives, foster customer relationships, and drive service delivery excellence while mana...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion the evolution of business strategies by driving growth initiatives and securing new opportunities within the clinical research and pharmaceutical arenas. Forge key partnerships, conduct marke...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Director of Software Engineering, leading modernization and strategic development across key product lines while fostering innovation in AI adoption and agile practices. Drive team performan...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $260K *

Lead the strategy and execution of innovative payment solutions for healthcare organizations. Drive product development, enhance user experience, and actively engage with stakeholders to improve finan...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $290K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare solutions by managing partnerships and programs within Federal Market Solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to drive innovations that enhance patient c...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$145K - $195K *

Join a team that's shaping oncology commercialization strategies by conducting innovative market research, translating insights for actionable strategies to drive product success, and collaborating wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex clinical programs, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards. Your expertise will drive operational excellence and facilitate innovative treatments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading clinical strategy initiatives to enhance drug diversion prevention and ensure patient privacy compliance. Drive impactful relationships, educate st...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing clinical pharmacology strategies for oncology small-molecule programs. Collaborate across teams to influence drug development from discovery to regulatory submission, uti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead regulatory teams to shape global registration strategies and ensure compliance. Drive innovative approaches, influence cross-functional initiatives, and support business growth through proactive...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Develop strategic commercial initiatives to elevate business growth, strengthen client relationships, and optimize bid strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market positioning and driv...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate sterility assurance and contamination control strategies globally. Lead risk assessments and foster best practices across our sterile manufacturing sites while championing continuous improveme...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Design and execute clinical studies while collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves supporting multiple studies with a focus on operational de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $188K *

Transform the underwriting landscape by leading a high-performing team, managing complex risks for group life and disability insurance, while fostering client relationships and driving process improve...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $188K *

Join a dynamic team to manage underwriting for complex life and disability cases. Leverage your expertise to develop processes, drive client relationships, and lead underwriters in ensuring sound, pro...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in underwriting complex pharmacy benefit deals, optimizing pricing strategies with cross-functional teams. Leverage automation and insights to enhance underwriting capabilities while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Champion analytical development and QC leadership, driving strategic oversight across small-molecule programs from early clinical stages through commercialization while ensuring compliance and excelle...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing neuropsychiatric therapies by overseeing clinical trials, engaging with clients, and guiding junior medical professionals while ensuring compliance and operational excelle...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role supporting product teams by analyzing requirements, ensuring engineering readiness, and validating outputs for SF-424 grant applications, enhancing workflow e...

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2 weeks ago

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

$175K *

Lead the charge in business development, driving complex deals, and building strategic relationships within the pharmaceutical sector to accelerate market growth and revenue attainment for innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of regulatory project management in biotech. Lead global regulatory affairs activities to ensure compliance and drive successful submissions for rare disease ther...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $205K *

Shape the future of product sales in Research and Analytics by leading strategic growth initiatives for Academic & Government segments, collaborating with senior leaders to boost revenue, customer eng...

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4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI solutions, managing small-scale projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance agentic workflows and maintain high-quality documentation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $229K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior operational leader to drive complex healthcare implementations. Lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and build scalable processes. Shape the i...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Research do?question toggle

    A Director of Research supervises all research operations, guiding research teams, developing budgets, implementing research strategies, ensuring high-quality data collection, and analyzing results.

  • What industries hire Directors of Research?question toggle

    Industries like biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, higher education institutions, market research companies and many others that require extensive research hire directors of research.

  • What is the average salary for a Director of Research?question toggle

    The average salary for a Director of Research ranges between $130,000 to $200,000 per year. However, this can vary widely depending on the industry and location.