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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$236K - $449K *

Pioneer medical leadership and quality improvement initiatives, driving utilization management and coordination of care for diverse populations. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient outcomes an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Transform supply chains by integrating sustainability and procurement strategies. Lead initiatives across teams, optimize supplier relationships, and drive emissions reduction efforts, ensuring compli...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $232K *

Transform your career by leading device engineering at a global scale, guiding teams to develop innovative training solutions while enhancing customer support and operational excellence across diverse...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the development and execution of risk and analytics strategy, guiding client decision-making, and driving client retention and growth for Southern California's employee benefits market through ad...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rapid deployment services, driving strategic leadership and operational excellence for complex data center projects, while enhancing client relationships and b...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $216K *

Drive global health economics strategies and outcomes research, collaborating with cross-functional teams to generate payer-relevant evidence and support HTA submissions, ensuring compliance and maxim...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to shape data-driven products. This role drives insights to improve decision-making, delivering measurable outcomes while collaborating with stakehol...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $180K *

Drive data quality initiatives and manage oncology clinical data projects. Leverage your expertise in data management and project oversight to ensure compliance, enhance collaboration, and deliver hig...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $210K *

Transform your career by leading our digital marketing strategy and web initiatives. Drive integrated programs for growth, engagement, and optimization across digital channels while collaborating clos...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead a team of diverse professionals to ensure high-quality design delivery across projects. Empower collaboration, manage timelines and resources, and drive improvements while fostering lasting relat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Lead and develop a high-performing sales team to execute growth strategies, build key client relationships, and achieve revenue objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally and provide market insights w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by leading impactful client engagements and driving innovation in utility regulation and energy policy. Work in a dynamic environment to enhance public policy goals and contribut...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Drive impactful brand campaigns across channels, ensuring timely execution and creative alignment. Collaborate with stakeholders and agencies to enhance brand presence while managing budgets and perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $140K *

Execute effective change management strategies to facilitate enterprise-wide transformation. Collaborate with leaders and teams to ensure understanding, adoption, and sustainability of new operating m...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $130K *

Transform the landscape of mental health communications by leading strategic marketing campaigns that promote public awareness and engagement. Collaborate across teams to craft impactful messages and...

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1 week ago

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

$134K - $181K *

Drive exceptional patient service by leading a regional team, optimizing access and therapy management for products. Collaborate with leaders to enhance performance and implement strategic goals while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $204K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth by managing a dynamic sales team, developing strategic initiatives, and leveraging solution-selling techniques to exceed sales targets in the enterprise fraud...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $185K *

Oversee transformational data engineering initiatives by managing teams that build effective data systems and architectures to align with strategic business goals, ensuring performance and deadlines a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $162K *

Transform project execution by leading design and construction phases. Collaborate with teams, owners, and subcontractors to ensure project success in commercial settings. Drive initiatives and enhanc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead the management of Patient Services initiatives while ensuring quality, cost, and service targets are met. Drive program evolution, oversee client relationships, and develop strategic business pla...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $339K *

Accelerate success by leading global SAP S/4HANA service delivery, ensuring high system availability, and driving continuous improvement while fostering team excellence and stakeholder engagement acro...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a talented team, driving innovative projects, and collaborating across functions to build robust applications that enhance business capabilities and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $248K *

Shape the future of learning and knowledge management platforms, leading strategy, governance, and measurement to enhance operational performance and advocate readiness. Collaborate with technology te...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$209K - $345K *

Champion an innovative hardware ecosystem by defining a 3-year strategy, leading AI integration, and managing a high-performing team to enhance smart home solutions and drive product excellence across...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $185K *

Lead complex IT programs that support federal agency objectives by managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder collaboration. Drive the innovation of emerging technologies to enhance operational ef...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.