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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$160K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving client partnerships and agency excellence through strategic vision and execution. Lead brand planning and foster creativity to deliver impactful advertising solutions th...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's empowering public sector operations through advanced analytics, simulation, and optimization techniques. Enhance decision-making and optimize performance with your expertise in Oper...

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1 week ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Elevate brands by leading innovative visual strategies and mentoring creative talent. Oversee aesthetic direction for integrated campaigns, ensuring cohesive design that captivates audiences while ali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Transform strategic account sales by leading a dynamic team, driving revenue growth, and enhancing client relationships within a competitive IT security landscape, optimizing solutions for large enter...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$201K - $278K *

Transform compliance and controls for growth at a leading financial institution. Drive regulatory oversight, partner relationships, and marketing initiatives while building a robust compliance team in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $320K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $320K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team dedicated to driving client success and growth by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring exceptional revenue retention through effective management and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career with an opportunity to lead client management and drive revenue retention. Build trusted client relationships while overseeing upsell strategies and leading a high-performing team to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K *

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6 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

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

$150K - $215K *

Inspire innovation across a vast landscape, driving strategic leadership and portfolio management to transform ideas into impactful opportunities that enhance drug development and operational success...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $248K *

Lead the evolution of global medical affairs in genitourinary oncology, employing deep insights to influence strategies and execute high-impact initiatives for advancing prostate cancer treatments and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $425K *

Architect a dynamic commercial strategy to scale and evolve operations, driving growth beyond $1B. Design governance frameworks and oversee execution of compensation, enablement, and systems integrati...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$199K - $370K *

Champion team performance and drive revenue growth by leading a successful sales management strategy that enhances customer retention and expands market opportunities in the corporate sector...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$111K - $139K *

Drive ownership of the financial data taxonomy library, ensuring intuitive discovery and compliance across datasets, while collaborating cross-functionally to implement scalable solutions in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $265K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $336K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $187K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.