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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$194K - $242K *

Drive the cardiometabolic product marketing strategy by managing a team, shaping GTM processes, and ensuring successful new product launches across diabetes, hypertension, and weight management, while...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $298K *

Shape the future of obesity marketing by leading omnichannel strategies and HCP engagement across various touchpoints. Oversee impactful campaigns, build a high-performing team, and drive commercial g...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $240K *

Champion high-stakes capture management by leading strategic government pursuits. Drive business growth through innovative strategies, team collaboration, and executive engagement, focusing on complex...

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

$145K - $270K *

Transform execution outcomes by bridging enterprise strategy with field operations. Lead Therapeutic Area initiatives, ensuring smooth launches and transitions into steady-state operations while foste...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the automotive service landscape by leading product strategy and innovation. Drive customer engagement and retention with cutting-edge solutions while collaborating cross-functionally to enhan...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $290K *

Lead the implementation of manufacturing strategies to optimize processes, ensure compliance with nuclear standards, and enhance team collaboration for efficiency and safety in advanced clean energy p...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $178K *

Pioneer strategic oversight in global supply chain management to drive efficiency, customer satisfaction, and innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, ensure seamless ope...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to the efficiency of clinical trials by overseeing site management, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data integrity from initiation to closeout, while engaging with stakeholders across...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining proposal management by overseeing the entire bid process for municipal technology procurements, crafting compelling narratives, and leveraging AI tools to enhance proposa...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Drive risk management initiatives by evaluating safety data, overseeing signal detection, and ensuring pharmacovigilance compliance in cross-functional collaboration to achieve project goals with qual...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Champion integrated social and content strategies, utilizing deep audience insights and engagement metrics to build impactful campaigns across various channels while mentoring and developing junior st...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Develop high-performance web and mobile platforms by overseeing architecture and technical strategies for cutting-edge ad-tech solutions, focusing on server optimization and seamless data integration...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead clinical trial operations by managing timelines, site coordination, and vendor relations to ensure successful execution of hematology studies. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for effici...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Drive clinical trial excellence by overseeing operations, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards, and fostering collaboration among teams and stakeholders to achieve high-quality outcom...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $250K *

Transform our global benefits strategy by leading a high-performing team, optimizing employee wellness offerings, and acting as a strategic advisor to executives while managing our benefits budget and...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $202K *

Shape your career with a leading role in AI finance insights, advising industry leaders on AI strategies and implementations, while producing impactful analyses that drive corporate finance transforma...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$194K - $361K *

Advance market access strategies for cardiovascular and metabolic brands, ensuring optimal payer coverage and patient affordability while collaborating cross-functionally to support product commercial...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's defining the future of risk management product innovation. Drive product strategy and execution within a dynamic enterprise SaaS environment, leading initiatives that impact market...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$266K - $360K *

Join a team that's innovating in brand marketing and reputation management. Lead a multidisciplinary organization to enhance stakeholder engagement, drive brand strategy, and oversee content operation...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Transform the operational accounting landscape by leading vital processes and systems to support our pre-IPO growth. Collaborate with executives to design and implement efficient accounting functions...

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1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to build and deploy AI solutions that enhance workflows across the organization, impacting Marketing, Sales, and more, while ensuring secure and effi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$202K - $253K *

Unlock AI compute demand by originating and converting potential clients while crafting commercial strategies. Work closely with key stakeholders to shape infrastructure solutions in a rapidly evolvin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $240K *

Lead and manage M&A transactions from evaluation to close, guiding a small team through sourcing, financial analysis, and negotiation to drive inorganic growth in strategic areas. Collaborate across f...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $192K *

Champion inclusive design by leading cross-functional teams to enhance accessibility across a diverse range of clinical solutions. Drive compliance strategy and elevate user experience, ensuring produ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$236K - $449K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical directors and driving strategic initiatives, ensuring quality care and optimal outcomes for members while overseeing operational management and complia...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.