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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that drives strategic initiatives within the Veterans Health Administration. As a Project Manager, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment ensuring compliance with VA standards while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $348K *

Empower decisions by leading Customer Analytics & Insights, transforming data into clear strategies for global impact. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences and drive business...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead product marketing strategy and execution, driving growth in data-driven solutions across media and entertainment, from market insights to product launches, ensuring alignment with sales and custo...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$138K - $235K *

Drive innovative multifamily data solutions, leading product management and development. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches and customer adoption while building a hig...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Shape delivery excellence by leading strategic engineering projects across multiple time zones, driving commitments, managing risks, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication an...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $195K *

Elevate clinical data quality as a key leader in trial execution. Oversee data management deliverables, process optimizations, and compliance within cross-functional teams to support clinical developm...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead patient safety initiatives across global programs, driving collaboration, regulatory compliance, and quality in pharmacovigilance operations. Engage with clients, streamline project performance...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $290K *

Optimize analytical development strategies for small molecules, leading cross-functional teams to ensure method validation, compliance and support throughout the product lifecycle in a dynamic environ...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $355K *

Tackle high-impact research in frontier industrial AI, developing innovative models, algorithms, and evaluation frameworks. Lead initiatives that push the boundaries of technology while collaborating...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in capturing new strategic contracts while enhancing collaboration with business development and proposal teams, ensuring a robust sales pipeline and improving win rates through best p...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $140K *

Transform how Legal & Compliance operates by leading technology initiatives, automation, and data-driven redesigns. Engage with stakeholders to modernize processes, increase transparency, and implemen...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$270K - $310K *

Collaborate to enhance large-scale distributed training and inference systems, driving experimental velocity and optimizing model architecture with deep learning expertise in JAX and TPUs. Burnish you...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in digital marketing with a focus on performance strategy, hands-on execution, and team growth. Lead integrated campaigns and optimize budgets to enhance engageme...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Transform strategic client engagement and drive commercial growth through innovative solutions and senior-level relationship building to meet client objectives and enhance market positioning...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $182K *

Innovate and drive sales growth as you lead a global sales team through transformative changes in the publishing industry. Develop strategies for diverse revenue streams while exceeding targets and fo...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $200K *

Develop innovative asset management strategies and lead R&D programs to enhance power generation efficiency, ensuring reliable operations while optimizing costs across diverse energy portfolios, inclu...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance APC programs, improve care delivery, and elevate clinician engagement through innovation and collaboration across services while fostering team development...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical research and take ownership of complex international projects, leading diverse teams, and managing project deliverables from initiation to close with...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Transform health care delivery by harnessing clinical insights for case management and medical necessity reviews. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient outcomes and advocate for customer needs i...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $384K *

Join us to lead a team of clinicians in delivering superior results while managing inpatient utilization and population health initiatives. Drive clinical excellence by collaborating across business u...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct medical case reviews, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and leverage your clinical skills to ensure appropriate patient care through evidence-based decision-mak...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Shape impactful revenue cycle initiatives by leading data-driven solutions and quantitative analyses. Drive client engagement and growth through strategic insights while mentoring junior team members...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives and oversee clinical operations to ensure effective ABA services. Collaborate with staff to uphold ethical standards and achieve optimal client outcomes through ongo...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $170K *

Transform healthcare outcomes by leveraging analytics for smarter decision-making. Take ownership of custom analytics projects and productized engines while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $274K *

Partner with us to navigate complex regulatory environments, ensuring compliance and facilitating business expansions. Leverage your expertise to advise leadership and manage licensure processes effec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.