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.

Top Opportunities in Research Direction

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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$280K - $345K *

Join a collaborative team and lead initiatives in Utilization Management, ensuring quality medical service delivery while mentoring staff and enhancing efficiency within a fast-growing health plan org...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing impactful scientific content across therapeutic areas while managing projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives to enhance brand v...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of customer engagement by leading cross-functional teams to enhance satisfaction and drive growth in biopharmaceutical partnerships. Oversee project delivery and foster collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead day-to-day technical delivery in a fast-paced environment, guiding developers and overseeing production quality for various digital assets in collaboration with cross-functional teams...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $165K *

Champion revenue growth by leading a strategic sales team in healthcare solutions. Drive initiatives, collaborate with leadership, and leverage consultative sales techniques to optimize processes and...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Accelerate your career by leading national access for a groundbreaking cell therapy. Collaborate to educate stakeholders, ensure reimbursement readiness, and facilitate coverage pathways, making a mea...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $163K *

Transform health systems and employer partnerships by leading the implementation and scaling of population genomics programs. Collaborate across teams to drive execution and optimize workflows for cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$201K - $251K *

Join a team that's shaping global named patient access strategies. Lead initiatives to ensure compliant, prioritized access to investigational therapies, collaborating across functions to enhance pati...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $210K *

Lead the charge in crafting marketing strategies for innovative medical devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth, enhance customer insights, and optimize portfolio management within the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $345K *

Partner with us to lead and scale strategic partnerships in the Travel & TMC sector. Drive high-value deals, manage executive relationships, and build a high-performing team while shaping a crucial bu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $210K *

Reimagine strategic operations by leading US business initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of financial, brand, and performance metrics. Drive collaboration across functions to optimize efficien...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $256K *

Join a team that's defining strategic partnerships and driving innovation across Global Commercial Operations. Lead category and sourcing teams in Data, Analytics, and Market Access, ensuring alignmen...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Advance healthcare innovation by leading strategic AI initiatives that enhance system efficiency, promote quality care in low and middle-income countries, and coordinate across diverse global teams. D...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $231K *

Transform global clinical process management by leading initiatives, ensuring compliance, streamlining procedures, and enhancing collaboration across teams to drive operational excellence and continuo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$169K - $233K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic product development programs in a global medical device environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and ensure successful commercialization...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $239K *

Champion the future of virtual construction by leading teams, enhancing BIM and VDC practices, and driving quality project delivery. Collaborate across functions to implement innovative solutions and...

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3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $276K *

Accelerate operational efficiency by leading a team in optimizing revenue cycle management processes, resolving billing challenges, and enhancing user experiences through data-driven projects and cont...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Deliver expert data management for clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee timelines and maintain quality datasets in a f...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative educational grant development and medical writing initiatives. Collaborate with experts to create impactful educational programs and publish findings while ensur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join us in building a comprehensive compliance program that drives integrity and accountability as we transition into a commercial organization, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and supporti...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of consulting by guiding clients through government contract disputes and litigation challenges in Financial Services, leveraging your expertise in cost analysis and expert testimonie...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $170K *

Drive the future of AP Math assessment by leading curriculum quality, managing assessment development, and leveraging AI to innovate instructional support across advanced math courses while collaborat...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Deliver impact as a lead data manager, ensuring quality and timely data management from start to lock for clinical projects, while collaborating with clients and teams to overcome challenges and meet...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Champion strategic communications excellence by designing governance frameworks and enabling teams across global organizations to deliver impactful, data-driven initiatives while implementing lean pri...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic client relationships and lead interactive marketing initiatives. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while fostering b...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.