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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$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of clinical research by independently monitoring trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and building relationships with site staff in dermatology and rheumatology sett...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $215K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading consulting engagements that enhance member experiences and drive performance improvements in health plans. Collaborate with clients to analyze data, implement...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive impactful financial planning and analysis, guiding strategic decisions with expert modeling and insightful reporting to enhance business performance across functional teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform diagnostic capabilities in LMICs by developing and executing strategies for AI-supported diagnostics, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance access and affordability of health te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $215K *

Unlock potential by shaping strategy and operations as Chief of Staff to the CEO. Drive executive decision-making, lead cross-functional initiatives, and enhance operational excellence in a rapidly gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $210K *

Deliver innovative AI solutions by leading a high-performing team, translating business needs into technology execution that drives business impact while adhering to enterprise governance standards an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform medical monitoring by acting as a key liaison in clinical trials, ensuring participant safety while collaborating with diverse teams on safety inquiries, regulatory communication, and trial...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the chargemaster management process, ensuring accuracy and compliance in billing. Collaborate with clinical and financial teams to enhance revenue cycle operations, while leading audits and st...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$112K - $168K *

Partner with us to manage complex HCM and ERP projects, ensuring successful deployment and customer satisfaction. Lead customer engagements while mentoring teams, utilizing project management tools to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $231K *

Manage a team of clinical study professionals, ensuring collaboration and timely delivery of trials. Lead initiatives to enhance regional operations and align resources with strategic goals while prom...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion the outbound sales development function, driving pipeline growth and revenue through effective strategies, coaching, and cross-team collaboration in a hybrid work environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $120K *

Drive your career with a leadership role focused on sales strategy, team management, and partnership growth. You'll oversee a dynamic team, optimize sales processes, and achieve targets to propel busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$246K - $339K *

Drive a transformative strategy for a cohesive developer experience; manage cross-functional initiatives to enhance productivity, integrate AI into workflows, and optimize CI/CD systems across enginee...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $199K *

Champion payment integrity by overseeing audits, compliance strategies, and educational initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulations while driving operational efficiency across healthcare services...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $196K *

Join a team that's redefining medical writing by transforming complex data into impactful regulatory documents. Play a pivotal role in advancing global product development, collaborating with teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $236K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic procurement initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective sourcing strategies while ensuring compliance in a dynamic healthcare IT...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by collaborating on NGS data analysis and pipeline validation, ensuring high standards in assay development while documenting essential methodologies within a dynamic R&D environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by leading the paid media strategy in a transformative role involving creative innovation and team development, driving growth through data-driven decisions across multiple chann...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$500K+*

Champion innovative AI applications by driving strategies and hands-on development of agentic systems within a dynamic team. Shape product roadmaps and enhance player experiences through cutting-edge...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$401K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure engineering by leading efforts for cloud platforms, scaling developer experiences, and unlocking transformative AI solutions to enhance producti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days 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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $225K *

Drive asset growth by accelerating adoption of investment solutions through strategic relationship-building and commercialization initiatives in the RIA, broker-dealer, and asset management channels...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $195K *

Oversee the implementation and support of healthcare product offerings, ensuring operational excellence and building a self-sufficient technical team. Drive quality improvements and scalability, balan...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $261K *

Advance provider network contracting by overseeing recruitment, compliance, and strategy development while leading a team to enhance business efficiency and financial performance across diverse market...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks 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.