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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$148K - $266K *

Contribute to strategic C-UAS solutions by leveraging technical expertise, driving partnerships, and shaping integrated defense capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to support proposal develop...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $184K *

Empower growth by driving new business opportunities and nurturing key accounts through strategic account management and consultative selling, fostering long-term relationships across complex organiza...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $247K *

Advance the effectiveness of our utilization management team, ensuring compliance with best practices, improving member experiences, and managing daily operations to achieve optimal outcomes and cost...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Transform revenue cycle management by leading strategic payer contracting, billing, and collections. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive systemic improvements, ensuring accur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $245K *

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives to drive strategic priorities and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with teams across Product, Engineering, and Operations to navigate ambiguity and influence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $180K *

Champion innovative AI-driven solutions as you lead cross-functional teams to design, optimize, and deploy impactful biologic products. Play a vital role in bridging AI research and product developmen...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $185K *

Champion customer success within the Intelligence Community, driving satisfaction, retention, and account growth through relationship management and proactive solutions. Shape long-term partnerships w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive innovative product strategies in patient services, focusing on access, adherence, and affordability. Lead cross-functional teams to translate business needs into impactful technology sol...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $350K *

Join a team that reimagines AI resilience by creating impactful projects that safeguard society while harnessing the benefits of advanced AI. Collaborate widely to advance defensive capabilities and f...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $126K *

Innovate your career by independently mastering MS-DRG and APR-DRG coding, ensuring coding accuracy, compliance, and clinical documentation quality. Engage with complex cases and drive strategic initi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $165K *

Unlock your potential by developing strategies for donor engagement and cultivating relationships with major contributors, maximizing philanthropic support across diverse initiatives and enhancing org...

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1 week ago

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

$152K - $228K *

Optimize takedown capabilities within our Digital Risk Protection portfolio, driving enhancements to workflows and service delivery while building key external partnerships to scale global impact and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize document review workflows, enhancing efficiency and accuracy through innovative technology. Serve as the key liaison for clients and stakeholders, ensuring quality deli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead digital marketing strategies for a diverse client portfolio, enhancing relationships and driving successful campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and optim...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Engage critical stakeholders in clinical trials by providing expert medical oversight, ensuring patient safety, and driving regulatory compliance in a collaborative home-based role within the medical...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive the strategic vision for Technical Support, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency while championing AI transformation and innovation to elevate customer experience and achieve bu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by executing strategic sales initiatives for enterprise software in the insurance sector. Cultivate executive relationships and manage a robust pipeline to achieve sales targets a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $251K *

Drive operational excellence, cross-functional alignment, and key strategic initiatives in market access. Collaborate with leadership to translate priorities into actionable plans and ensure effective...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead comprehensive market research initiatives, transforming complex data into actionable insights for strategic decision-making and business growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to support product...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead transformative cross-functional projects, driving evolution from clinical-stage to operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to implement scalable processes and ensure organizational readine...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting cloud-based solutions for federal programs. This role drives enterprise modernization and provides technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring consist...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$203K - $253K *

Accelerate regulatory strategy development for oncology products, leading global initiatives to secure IND/CTA approvals and marketing applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $240K *

Redefine how partnerships drive growth by activating channels and enhancing supply relationships. You'll lead initiatives that empower Engine's travel offerings and strengthen distribution through inn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$105K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance our Workday ecosystem by supporting, optimizing, and maintaining HRIS functions. Collaborate effectively across teams to ensure data integrity and deliver efficient system s...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and manage cross-site technical services strategy to ensure robust technology transfer and validation processes for production facilities. Lead, coach, and support teams to enhance operational...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.