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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$190K - $262K *

Unlock potential by leading data management and governance initiatives. Shape ongoing improvement of data quality, semantic clarity, and operational integration while collaborating closely with busine...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $300K *

Architect end-to-end Adobe solutions, lead a team of architects, and ensure high architectural quality across engagements. Collaborate with clients and sales to deliver business-aligned, scalable fram...

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Yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $255K *

Engage in strategic consumer intelligence leadership, driving growth through deep insights, analytics, and AI capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to inform brand strategies and elevate decisi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead privacy risk assessments and AI governance initiatives across enterprise systems. Collaborate with Legal, Security, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with global privacy laws and mitigate ris...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing payer strategies across Eye Care and Neurotoxins, driving cross-functional collaboration to support market access and ensuring alignment with scientific evi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's responsible for optimizing our HIM applications through design, development, and maintenance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience while mentoring junior analyst...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic IT team to optimize and maintain Epic applications, collaborating with stakeholders and supporting staff. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows, implement new features, and ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Engineer innovative AI governance solutions by leading a team to automate approval processes, ensure responsible AI standards, and enhance operational efficiency with dynamic tools and workflows that...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to execute healthcare technology projects, ensuring compliance and alignment with VA regulations while leading full project lifecycles for successful outcome...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead innovative data science initiatives to enhance credit risk modeling, governance, and analysis. Drive scalable solutions that align with organizational growth objectives while developing top-tier...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$375K - $450K *

Lead the transformational growth of high-performing revenue teams, driving new ACV, NRR, and renewals while developing future leaders and optimizing revenue operations through data-driven strategies a...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $200K *

Champion research security and export controls compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering collaboration across departments to protect institution integrity and intellectual property w...

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2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $196K *

Lead the charge in developing CDI growth strategies, collaborating with healthcare leaders to enhance client relationships and drive revenue, while delivering innovative solutions that align with mark...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer government pricing and GTN forecasting operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while partnering across functions to drive commercialization. Lead operational excellence and regulatory upd...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer compliance excellence in a dynamic crypto landscape by building and leading a scalable program. Partner cross-functionally, develop SOPs, manage investigations, and foster a culture of complia...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $253K *

Empower our customers by driving revenue growth through strategic account management. You'll oversee migrations, foster client relationships, and collaborate with teams to ensure adoption and expansio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K - $253K *

Join a dynamic team as you build relationships and drive revenue by managing full sales cycles for corporate accounts. Utilize your consultative selling skills and work collaboratively across departme...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing eDiscovery projects by collaborating with clients, developing strategies, and ensuring successful execution. Your expertise in project management and Relativity will drive...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in transforming higher education outcomes by overseeing customer implementations of our academic operations platform, ensuring seamless adoption through planning, training, and collabo...

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4 days ago

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

$162K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing operations, enhancing customer relationships, and driving process improvements while ensuring compliance in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Empower teams to achi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end video production, managing scope, budget, and schedules. Collaborate with creative teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery while optimizing workflo...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$207K - $346K *

Lead the charge in evidence-based medical case reviews to ensure high-quality patient care while collaborating with a network of over 500 physician colleagues in a fully remote environment...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a leading healthcare consultancy focused on quality improvement and clinical documentation. You'll drive business development and client engagement, managing teams to enhance hospital performance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $291K *

Lead global regulatory strategies for oncology programs, ensuring compliance and effectively interacting with regulatory agencies for product approvals in late-stage development...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that drives excellence in clinical trials, ensuring compliance and quality at research sites. Utilize your expertise in dermatology and rheumatology to mentor others, fostering productive...

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1 week 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.