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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$280K - $350K *

Lead groundbreaking epilepsy clinical trials, shaping strategies, interpreting data, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive outcomes that matter for patients. Your expertise will guide both adu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Optimize our search capabilities by leading innovative SEM strategies, managing campaigns, and mentoring a talented team. Collaborate across channels to enhance search performance and drive impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic initiatives that enhance real estate portfolio management by analyzing data, optimizing asset performance, and guiding investment decisions while fostering team growth and continuous im...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $210K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative pricing and packaging strategies that enhance monetization across product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executives to implement impactful pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $113K *

Lead the charge in educational excellence by overseeing comprehensive programs, supervising staff, and implementing rehabilitation goals that empower students to unlock their potential in various acad...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Content Engineering by guiding distributed technology teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic planning and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Design and implement impactful training programs that enhance sales force readiness, ensuring alignment with commercial goals. Collaborate across teams to develop a modern training ecosystem that driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $241K *

Contribute to revenue growth by leading yield strategies across Direct and Programmatic channels, optimizing pricing frameworks, and coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance monetization while s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$101K - $142K *

Transform compensation consulting by developing and administering programs, analyzing market data, and providing expert guidance to clients, all while ensuring project deliverables are met in this dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$250K - $280K *

Drive strategic healthcare innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team, enhancing project delivery, and fostering client relationships to improve healthcare quality and access while supporting prog...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $97K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic initiatives and M&A activities while providing analytical support across multiple functions to drive value creation and sustainability efforts within the organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$213K - $320K *

Grow your career with this strategic role, collaborating with leaders to enhance organizational effectiveness, drive change management, and foster a high-performance culture that aligns talent with bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $189K *

Lead the charge in overseeing clinical trial operations, ensuring timely, compliant execution of studies while collaborating across functions to deliver transformational therapies to patients worldwid...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage multidisciplinary projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution while fostering strong client and team relationships to achieve program objectives and success across all initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $255K *

Advance your career by leading a pioneering security research team focused on redefining cyber defense strategies through innovation and hands-on leadership, while collaborating closely with product a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $396K *

Engage in leading clinical management for DME and IRF programs, advancing guidelines and improving processes. Collaborate closely with medical and operational teams to enhance service quality and ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $244K *

Innovate global communications strategies for obesity treatments by partnering with diverse teams, driving impactful narratives, and executing plans that enhance development and launch. This role requ...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $130K *

Engage in impactful analysis to enhance enterprise platforms and workflows, ensuring data quality and operational efficiency. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to drive improvements and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $157K *

Lead the transformation of R&D through digital innovation, managing product roadmaps, coordinating diverse teams, and ensuring user-centric software solutions deliver real business value and foster sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $110K *

Grow your career with us as an Underwriting Supervisor, leading and developing a high-performing team. Influence crop insurance's future through strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and comp...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge as an Agile Program Director, enhancing team dynamics and driving performance within the Agile Release Train. Inspire continuous improvement, foster cross-team collaboration, and manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $171K *

Drive product strategy and development to enhance patient onboarding experiences, collaborating cross-functionally to achieve business and user goals while leveraging insights for continuous improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $140K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate marketing initiatives into actionable technical solutions, driving product development and managing product lifecycles within the entertainment ind...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving business growth through strategic proposal management, overseeing the full lifecycle of proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $226K *

Join a team that empowers enterprise customers to realize their CX vision. Drive strategic partnerships, facilitate renewals, and lead cross-functional collaborations, utilizing your expertise to enha...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.