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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$121K - $181K *

Partner with us to shape strategic educational partnerships that enhance customer success and retention across diverse regional education organizations, driving engagement and value in K-12 systems wh...

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

$66K - $104K *

Make your mark at the forefront of data center project management, overseeing asset control and resource allocation while ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Collaborate with divers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer a dynamic Managed Cloud partner program, driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. As a hands-on leader, establish and execute marketing strategies while managing the partner life...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $182K *

Architect industry-leading AI solutions to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement scalable, secure AI architectures align...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Champion campaign strategy and execution in Paid Social, leading a team to create impactful campaigns. Oversee onboarding, training, and communication with stakeholders, driving collaboration and insi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Transform workforce learning by designing scalable live training solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate across teams to enhance employee development and achieve business objectives through inno...

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2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by owning our Real-Time Prescription Benefits product roadmap. Collaborate with Engineering, Compliance, and Clinical teams to ensure accurate benefit checks, guiding prescribers a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team committed to driving financial wellness solutions. This role offers significant opportunities for impact, collaboration, and growth within a fast-paced, evolving startup environmen...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a national oncology Precision Medicine team, driving program goals, fostering team growth, and ensuring client satisfaction through strategic planning and performance exc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $400K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data management through consolidation and governance. Drive the delivery of the enterprise data platform while optimizing data engineering, architecture, and science...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

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

$150K - $207K *

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

$86K - $106K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $119K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$207K - $277K *

Transform the digital landscape of Global R&D by leading technology solutions and driving strategic initiatives across Clinical Development. Oversee a diverse team to align innovation with business ob...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing materials innovation by applying computational science and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to transform research breakthroughs into scala...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $120K *

Join a team that provides strategic oversight for audit activities, optimizing operations within Medicare Advantage and Commercial sectors while ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $253K *

Lead a dynamic MSL team in the oncology space, driving strategic field execution and scientific engagement to enhance healthcare collaboration and impact patient outcomes through informed insights and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $198K *

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  •   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.