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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$187K - $233K *

Engage with BioPharma partners to lead strategic alliances, manage program execution, and foster collaborative relationships, ensuring successful outcomes across a complex product portfolio and initia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing Digital Pathology workflows. In this role, you'll manage project execution and coordinate efforts among scientific teams, ensuring compliance and timely delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Take ownership of driving new business in Life Sciences by building and closing enterprise-level relationships with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Utilize data and evidence-driven solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $265K *

Empower innovation by translating security and compliance into executable AI controls. Establish operational patterns and metrics to ensure AI systems are effective, safe, and aligned with industry st...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful research to shape AI diagnostics strategies, enhancing healthcare access and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders while leveraging advanced analytics to inform inve...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Transform healthcare navigation through analytical insights and hands-on clinical support. Drive optimal member outcomes by collaborating with cross-functional teams while enhancing best practices in...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $275K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by leading a strategic overhaul of the operating model, collaborating with senior leaders and managing cross-functional teams to drive measurable outcomes and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical trial execution by managing sites and ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining participant safety and data integrity. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic vision in ITAM/ITOM Services, leading a high-performing team to execute transformative initiatives and establish industry leadership, while optimizing customer relationships and maximi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$266K - $418K *

Pioneer strategic IP initiatives within a dynamic team that influences global operations. Drive comprehensive litigation strategies, manage a diverse IP portfolio, and provide expert guidance to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$193K - $319K *

Champion transformational opportunities by driving strategic deal lifecycles, fostering executive engagement, and shaping commercial architectures to deliver measurable customer outcomes through platf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$193K - $319K *

Reimagine the deal lifecycle as a transformational leader, driving strategic opportunities and orchestrating cross-functional teams to deliver impactful outcomes through innovative commercial architec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $319K *

Shape transformational opportunities end-to-end by driving deal momentum, crafting executive narratives, and orchestrating cross-functional alignment. Take ownership of complex deals and create impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading study start-up and execution, ensuring compliance and collaboration. Oversee project finances and enhance processes for clinical research, while providing leadership t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing sales team, ensuring adherence to commercial strategy while driving accountability and effective sales processes across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing complex projects that enhance veteran healthcare. You will lead initiatives within a high-visibility program, ensuring successful execution and alignment with broader...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$165K - $205K *

Elevate your career by architecting and developing secure, scalable AI applications that streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency in a collaborative environment, driving productivity an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic marketing initiatives that drive growth, enhance client engagement, and foster collaboration across teams. leverage your expertise in a dynamic role that shape...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $258K *

Elevate your career by leading COA strategies globally in Oncology and Neuroscience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development and ensure quality project execution across di...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $274K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by leading teams, driving initiatives, and translating data insights into strategic solutions for multiple stakeholders, aiming to enhance performance and achi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$213K - $423K *

Transform your career by leading global strategic growth initiatives through M&A, partnerships, and operational excellence as a key advisor to executive leadership, driving the enterprise value creati...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading AI integration and API management initiatives. Drive strategic insights, conduct in-depth research, and collaborate with clients to streamline integration in enterprise env...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $179K *

Drive strategic product management and governance for advanced eSource platforms, ensuring compliance and enhancing decentralized and hybrid trials. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape product vis...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the legal delivery for a portfolio of high-profile clients, ensuring excellence in service and client relationship management across complex transactions. Mentor team members while driving innova...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Transform product quality through strategic leadership, ensuring compliance and operational excellence from clinical development to commercial launch while coordinating across functions to achieve CG...

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4 weeks 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.