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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$105K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic data analysis team, overseeing data management tasks, ensuring quality, and innovating through technical solutions to drive effective data reporting and suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic client partnerships and developing high-performance teams in healthcare. Drive impactful market research and innovative solutions, ensuring organizational growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic global team to lead and mentor Strategists, ensuring excellence in personalized education services for students while driving team performance and growth through coaching and strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$90K - $130K *

Champion a vibrant People function in this hands-on role focusing on HR operations, compliance, and employee engagement within a high-growth technology environment. Lead initiatives that drive structu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $151K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing EHR capabilities and driving impactful solutions for Life Sciences clients. Lead client engagements, optimize workflows, and strategize health IT initiatives in...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $261K *

Partner with us to drive operational efficiency and ensure strategic financial oversight in drug development. Lead a global team, align budgets with organizational goals, and transform data into actio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$211K - $290K *

Transform large-scale initiatives to drive organizational change and achieve strategic goals. Engage with cross-functional teams and executives to ensure alignment on innovative projects, performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $201K *

Manage trials effectively, ensuring quality execution, site performance, and regulatory compliance across multiple phases. Serve as a key contact for sites, driving processes that enhance patient enga...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Optimize execution of data and technology strategies, ensuring operational alignment across teams. Collaborate with leadership to translate priorities into actionable work, driving impactful results a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $330K *

Manage global legal strategy for data security and privacy. Collaborate with executives to ensure compliance and guide incident responses while mentoring privacy lawyers to strengthen organizational r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $125K *

Transform product innovation by leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive growth for an agile tech organization. Foster collaboration and manage the...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $223K *

Innovate in product strategy for risk reduction across SaaS ecosystems, focusing on customer outcomes and cross-functional collaboration to tackle AI governance and third-party challenges effectively...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$304K - $456K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Medical Affairs, leading strategic initiatives for Oncology solid tumors. Drive collaboration, enhance treatments, and elevate patient care through innovative m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$325K *

Champion strategic actuarial solutions, leading client engagements and innovative initiatives. Provide high-impact insights to executive stakeholders, manage complex analyses, and foster team developm...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Lead the transformation of post-sale security delivery, overseeing teams in implementations, support, and renewals. Take charge of P&L management and develop a customer success function to drive growt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $200K *

Empower the future of healthcare by streamlining the Requester Experience in Legal & Insurance. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows, integrate new products, and leverage AI tools, ensuring i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative market strategies and partnerships in the pharmaceutical sector. You will lead revenue growth, product positioning, and pilot initiatives, paving the way for sus...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $215K *

Lead the charge in delivering world-class Revenue Cycle Learning and Quality Assurance programs. Drive strategic vision, enhance client outcomes, and foster collaboration across teams to elevate perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Transform lives by leading impactful programs supporting Veteran mental health initiatives. You will manage a complex portfolio within a federal healthcare environment, ensuring effective communicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $155K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and fostering client relationships in the biopharmaceutical CMC landscape. Lead strategic initiatives, manage sales cycles, and collaborate cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Optimize global clinical projects by leading teams and ensuring high-quality deliverables on schedule and budget. Empower customer relations through effective communication and adherence to standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Inspire healthcare transformation by managing complex projects and driving strategic improvements. Join a collaborative team dedicated to solving critical challenges and enhancing security in Epic sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Lead and scale a cutting-edge Data & Analytics Practice by combining strategic vision with hands-on delivery, ensuring AI-driven client outcomes through high-performing teams and innovative data solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $256K *

Empower our legal strategy by owning the litigation portfolio, managing disputes and regulatory inquiries. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate legal risks into actionable guidance while buildi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Lead the management of clinical operations by integrating project teams, optimizing resources, and executing trial strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing patient recruitment and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.