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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$110K - $130K *

Drive access to innovative therapies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient support. This role focuses on navigating the reimbursement landscape and educating healthcare pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by spearheading new lodging supply partnerships, sourcing and closing agreements that enhance our platform’s offerings across diverse booking channels, ensuring successful activation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $160K *

Optimize business intelligence by owning the function end-to-end, leading a diverse team of developers, shaping data models, and enhancing metadata strategies to ensure consistent, accurate reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $170K *

Lead the charge in driving retail media innovation and growth, managing strategic partnerships and a team of specialists. Foster collaboration across client and agency operations while championing bes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining risk management by integrating underwriting, claims, and security into a cohesive risk lifecycle. Drive strategy, lead product managers, and enhance performance across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $165K *

Join us to leverage your 7+ years of sales experience in data-driven research, focusing on the consumer banking sector. Drive growth and build relationships with key clients while managing the sales p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Champion measurement strategy by building robust analytics infrastructure, translating data into actionable insights. Lead a small team towards continuous improvement while ensuring clarity in success...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$184K - $307K *

Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by designing scalable, reusable solutions that integrate AI and automation. Lead cross-functional collaboration to transform data capabilities into pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Discover your potential by joining a dynamic team to create impactful marketing content that strengthens brand identity and communicates complex investment strategies effectively across multiple chann...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $231K *

Join a team that shapes the future of portfolio management through strategic leadership, guiding product development and execution across markets and segments to drive growth and optimize performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $148K *

Elevate mentor effectiveness by managing delivery outcomes for a growing team of AI-focused mentors. Shape curriculum delivery across a diverse roster of fellows, ensuring quality and fostering growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead and elevate the security operations and incident response, managing a team of engineers and analysts to safeguard systems and data, while ensuring continuous improvement in security postures acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Lead impactful Medical Education programs by collaborating across teams, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements to enhance educational outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the advancement of urban mobility by leading legal efforts in IP and privacy. Navigate regulatory complexities while advising product development to ensure compliance and protect proprie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

As Perfectus Labs continues to scale, we need a dedicated strategic leader responsible for ensuring our clients consistently achieve exceptional AEO results. This role exists to bridge the gap between...

Miami, FL (Miami-dade County) and 12 other locationsRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $290K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative clinical protocols and QA systems for on-demand care. Drive outcomes and patient safety while collaborating with tech teams to leverage AI in enhancing virtual he...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $187K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive service engagements, driving operational excellence, and overseeing financial performance while ensuring exceptional client experiences and strategic delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $208K *

Join us to lead global supplier relations and performance management, driving complex negotiations, establishing a robust performance framework, and collaborating across departments to ensure optimal...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive end-to-end operational excellence for stop-loss and funding processes. Oversee program administration, manage relationships with vendors, and enhance operational efficiency while leading high-pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Shape strategic value creation across multiple portfolio companies, collaborating with executives to enhance outcomes and support long-term success through hands-on involvement and innovative solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping public sector sales strategy while driving multi-year contracts with law enforcement. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to expand market share and tackle meaningful cha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$88K - $110K *

Accelerate laboratory efficiency and innovation while supervising staff and managing operations, grant deliverables, and sample processing for groundbreaking research initiatives in blood cancers...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $261K *

Develop integrated business insights and advanced analytics to drive strategies for gene therapies in rare cardiology. Lead forecasting, disease modeling, and market research to enhance understanding...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $140K *

Advance high-priority initiatives and drive execution across teams. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate strategy into action, create operational clarity, and enhance project visibility...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $202K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of diagnostics by leading bioinformatics research and assay development while mentoring top scientists in a collaborative environment focused on innovative bioinf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.