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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$150K - $200K *

Drive the advancement of our predictive toxicology platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape scientific vision, develop innovative modeling techniques, and oversee execution. Lead a diverse te...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $202K *

Drive innovative insights for High Tech supply chains, engaging with executives to lead transformations and market strategies, while serving as a trusted advisor and industry expert across global oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$92K - $129K *

Reimagine operational excellence by leading the General Liability program, ensuring alignment in client service, analytics, and strategic initiatives to drive high-quality claim outcomes and foster lo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $220K *

Elevate clinical strategy through peer-level engagement with CNOs, validating program designs and strengthening Stepful's brand in nursing leadership. Drive relationship-building and enhance sales pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $101K *

Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and maintain a new data warehouse, leveraging data analysis and visualization skills to present insights. Manage BI solutions, documentation, and provide train...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI by designing advanced ML models and deploying scalable solutions on AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping applied AI quality and data strategy for advanced AI and computer vision systems. Drive evaluation frameworks and metrics to enhance product effectiveness and data usefulnes...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $187K *

Join our team as a key analytical partner, utilizing advanced data techniques to drive success in Sales, Marketing, and Membership Operations while tackling complex business challenges and optimizing...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $129K *

Drive impactful digital marketing strategies by leveraging analytics to optimize client programs and enhance customer experiences through rigorous data analysis, insightful reporting, and innovative A...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$205K - $380K *

Lead consulting teams to drive operational improvements and clinical transformation in healthcare. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage client relationships, and oversee strategic growth initiatives...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive growth in the SLED market, managing the full sales cycle while mentoring future sales leaders. Develop strategies to enhance client engagement and foster a c...

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1 week ago

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

$227K - $385K *

Lead the charge in optimizing utilization management by assessing medical necessity, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating on case management strategies to enhance patient care outcome...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $276K *

Drive regional leadership as you oversee clinical study delivery, promote high standards of quality, and lead cross-functional teams to align resources and deliverables within budget and timelines for...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at healthcare organizations by leading impactful engagement transformations. Collaborate with clinical teams to implement and sustain operational excellence through innovative tech...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $130K *

Elevate your career by overseeing clinical trials from start-up to close-out, ensuring compliance with regulations. Build relationships with stakeholders and manage multiple projects to drive data qua...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to clinical research excellence, overseeing trial execution from start to finish. Leverage your expertise in managing sites while ensuring compliance and quality data coll...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $200K *

Lead the global electrical category strategy to enhance power distribution infrastructure for data centers. Collaborate across functions to drive supplier relationships, governance, and lifecycle valu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $228K *

Empower a diverse product management team to drive EHR connectivity and innovative specialty solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable integrations, enhance provider workflows, and...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $260K *

Lead and inspire a dedicated Field Access Manager team to ensure patient access to prescribed therapies in infectious disease. Collaborate across functions to educate and support healthcare providers...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $145K *

Empower teams to drive product innovation and strategy, overseeing complex initiatives while cultivating talent. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives and ensure impactful delivery across...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $130K *

Lead clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with FDA standards, managing site relationships, and overseeing protocol execution from start-up to close-out. This role requires independent monito...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the strategy and delivery of impactful customer and partner learning programs, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and success metrics for effective adoption and implementation across glo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling sales for our Sequencing product, directly managing a growing team while refining processes and partnerships to achieve ambitious ARR targets and drive signific...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $177K *

Elevate your career by leading analytical development to support clinical and commercial phases. Foster collaboration with CMC teams, manage CDMOs, and ensure regulatory compliance while championing m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $130K *

Lead a dedicated team in advocating for the rights of Californians with disabilities. Manage projects, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with grant requirements, making a positive impact in under...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.