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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$70K - $95K *

Analyze and improve public health programs in a dynamic role that supports the Office of Suicide Prevention, providing critical insights and strategies to enhance effectiveness and drive impactful out...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Champion cutting-edge AI research by leading LLM evaluation initiatives. Work collaboratively to develop frameworks that enhance model performance through innovative evaluation methods, driving impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $350K *

Shape the future of AI education by leading comprehensive marketing efforts, driving brand growth, learner engagement, and B2B strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market pre...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that drives education excellence by leading accreditation and compliance initiatives, managing CE Provider Units, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, enhancing impactful contin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $216K *

Shape transformative partnerships with marquee clients by driving renewals, expanding platform adoption, and fostering multi-level executive relationships. Own strategic account growth while ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy for financial management solutions, leveraging AI to transform processes and elevate outcomes. Lead a dynamic team to redefine accountability and deliver comprehensive value to...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $126K *

Play a key role in coordinating dynamic research initiatives within a collaborative team. Support strategic planning, grants, and clinical trials while enhancing academic programming through effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives and foster partnerships, focusing on mid-sized and enterprise clients in the Salesforce ecosystem. Manage lead acquisition, sales process, and collaborate with teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $185K *

Elevate quality by leading testing efforts across complex systems, mentoring peers, and strategizing test automation processes. Thrive in a collaborative environment where quality and continuous impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $270K *

Lead the technical vision and strategy for computer vision research and engineering. Drive a high-performing team, integrating best practices across global locations to deliver scalable AI solutions t...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $290K *

Transform the future of computer vision by leading research, engineering, and innovation for scalable AI solutions, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration across global teams to deliver c...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $225K *

Drive the development and management of AI capabilities within our Intelligent Delivery Platform, emphasizing data pipeline optimization, AI model management, and effective collaboration with a dynami...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $225K *

Partner with us to drive impactful change by leading strategic teams, analyzing business challenges, and crafting tailored solutions. Collaborate with clients at the intersection of technology and bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of healthcare by leading regulatory strategies that accelerate innovative therapies for diverse clients. Join a dynamic team and shape the discourse in biopharma while enjoying fl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Champion our brand's narrative and communications strategy, ensuring clarity and consistency across all channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate messaging and foster a connected or...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing customer accounts and driving RQI portfolio adoption to enhance their success. Leverage your sales expertise to foster long-term relationships that support our lifesaving...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Transform customer relationships by driving adoption of the RQI Portfolio, achieving sales targets and ensuring the health of accounts through consultative methodologies and strategic engagements with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $165K *

Lead the charge in strategic BI initiatives, managing a talented data team to drive impactful analytics solutions that enhance business performance and support healthcare clients' needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $229K *

Champion your career as you provide clinical leadership and strategic guidance across medical management functions, driving innovation and efficiency while partnering with cross-functional teams for e...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to manage sponsored projects and lead a dedicated team of research accountants. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure accurate fund management while driving team development and fo...

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Reposted yesterday

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

$170K - $180K *

Drive commercial legal strategies by overseeing contract negotiations, fostering collaboration across teams, and enhancing processes to align business objectives with legal agreements. Lead projects t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $173K *

Drive transformation and operational excellence in service delivery, leading a high-performing team to enhance employee experience through strategic initiatives, automation, and AI-enhanced capabiliti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of marketing and project management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, manage deliverables, and enhance project efficiency to mee...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Transform revenue operations by designing scalable systems that bridge strategy and execution. Drive alignment across sales and customer success for predictable growth, leading a high-performing team...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.