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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$83K - $113K *

Unlock potential by driving regulatory submissions and managing documentation. Collaborate with global teams to align on strategies, ensuring compliance and effective communication while fostering a c...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $186K *

Champion innovative incentive compensation strategies driving commercial success. Lead design, implementation, and evaluation of compensation plans, ensuring alignment with business goals while enhanc...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Drive success by managing a talented software engineering team, enhancing payment products, and improving user experiences in healthcare. Collaborate across functions, maintain quality standards, and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Optimize sales growth by driving new bookings and expanding existing accounts. Lead a disciplined team to achieve revenue targets, enhance retention, and ensure accountable sales processes while foste...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $177K *

Shape a robust compliance program for pharmacy operations and Medicare Part D, ensuring adherence to regulations while promoting a culture of compliance. Lead audits, oversee risk management, and coll...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of computer vision by designing, implementing, and deploying cutting-edge models to revolutionize construction drawing analysis, while pushing research boundaries...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$280K - $350K *

Empower clinical development by leading strategic initiatives across the lifecycle of innovative therapies. Drive decision-making with data analysis, oversee early-phase studies, and collaborate cross...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $217K *

Pioneer data analytics at a leading financial technology firm. Own credit performance monitoring, identify trends, and drive deep analysis to support top-tier decision-making with your insights and re...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $155K *

Transform client success through strategic leadership, managing diverse accounts, and creating impactful marketing strategies. Drive measurable growth while nurturing long-term partnerships and leadin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead operational transformation initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and enhance client success strategies. Drive onboarding, product adoption, and value realization while ensuring scalable ser...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining digital ad sales strategies with an emphasis on programmatic solutions. Drive revenue growth through executive client relationships and lead a talented sales team to exce...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$169K - $275K *

Lead the charge in building patient advocacy relationships to advance oncology initiatives. Your expertise will bridge corporate partnerships and support strategic goals, ensuring patient perspectives...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $310K *

Lead the charge in strategic commercial agreements and stakeholder partnership, driving innovation and legal solutions for growth initiatives in a fast-paced technology environment while optimizing le...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team where you will lead the deployment of operational standards across technology labs. Drive compliance, enhance performance, and manage a professional team to ensure adherence to qua...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Pioneer complex ERP implementations by leading diverse teams, managing risks, and aligning project outcomes with client objectives while ensuring timely, on-budget delivery across multiple projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and oversee multiple ERP implementation projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with client specifications while managing risks, resources, and team dynamics effective...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $173K *

Champion partner success by driving strategic programs, enablement, and cross-functional operations. You'll turn channel strategies into measurable outcomes to expand our partner ecosystem and enhance...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in seamless client implementations for pharmacy benefit management services, overseeing onboarding, project management, and operational readiness to ensure client success...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of strategic partnerships in life sciences. Lead transformative alliances with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, leveraging scientific credibility and deal-ma...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $227K *

Transform project delivery and IT services by leading high-impact informatics projects and diagnostics installations, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective team m...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development of advanced pricing strategies to maximize portfolio yield and drive growth. Manage end-to-end engagements, leveraging analytics to optimize take rates and support business vertic...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm by managing cross-functional programs and driving workplace transformation initiatives under a structured PMO framework for diverse organizational improvements an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales of complex infrastructure solutions by leveraging expertise in the MUSH market. Lead high-level projects, collaborate with internal teams, and deliver...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic fintech partnerships, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while driving program enhancements and overseeing day-to-day operations within regulatory fra...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.