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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$220K - $250K *

Advance precision medicine by leading an MSL team, developing strategies for KOL engagement and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to disseminate scientific information and drive clin...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the validation of manufacturing processes and enhance production efficiency for medical device electronic hardware, focusing on quality and compliance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Oversee clinical operations for health systems implementing Card Optimizer. Manage workflows, deliver training, and enhance adoption, building trusted relationships with clinical stakeholders while su...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $178K *

Champion innovation in global commodity management, leading strategic initiatives, developing procurement policies, and driving performance across diverse teams while ensuring compliance with ITAR and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Champion innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise to mentor others, drive quality development, and make informed technology decisions in a dy...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $314K *

Transform the future of healthcare by leading a high-performing MSL team, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering partnerships with medical and commercial teams to enhance medical engagement and...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Engage with cross-functional teams as a Program Manager, ensuring projects meet client needs and expectations. Support the creative process, manage project execution, and enhance client satisfaction i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $210K *

Champion innovation in Mainframe Systems Programs to drive excellence in hardware and software lifecycle management across diverse client engagements, ensuring strategic delivery and transformative op...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Explore dynamic opportunities as a key leader driving territory growth, fostering relationships, and delivering expert insights to empower agents and achieve sales success in the ever-evolving crop in...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of crop insurance by building strategic relationships and driving sales growth, while serving as a trusted advisor to agents across the Minnesota territory. Empow...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Engage and develop strategic relationships to drive sales growth in the insurance sector. Utilize your expertise in crop insurance to meet and exceed sales goals while fostering key agent partnerships...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $202K *

Lead transformative U.S. regulatory strategies for obesity therapies, ensuring compliance and collaboration with global teams to develop and execute effective plans for product registrations and lifec...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $155K *

Transform process engineering by designing and optimizing fluid and power systems. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation, create technical documentation, and ensure seamless operations across all...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading the product support team. Ensure outstanding service delivery, streamline support processes, and advocate for customer needs while collaborating with enginee...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$212K - $265K *

Drive AI product innovation in mental health, improving patient therapy access and engagement through LLM-powered solutions. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effective, HIPAA-compl...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Advance our GTM Systems & Tools team by architecting a high-performing revenue tech stack. Lead a skilled team to ensure seamless data flow, optimize workflows, and enable Marketing, Sales, and Custom...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Shape the future of AI safety by leading the design and strategy of impactful events. Collaborate with experts to curate content, engage stakeholders, and ensure lasting conversations beyond each even...

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1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Empower growth by leading strategic account initiatives, collaborating with teams to develop actionable plans, and leveraging industry insights for global expansion and client success...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $175K *

Elevate financial security by analyzing risk and underwriting proposals while fostering strong producer relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure growth and exceptional customer service within...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $208K *

Drive the evolution of data architecture by defining standards and creating scalable, trusted data structures that enhance analytics and support operational goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to im...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Oversee complex e-discovery projects, managing execution while mentoring team members. Collaborate with legal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, fostering strong client relationships...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career in cybersecurity with a collaborative team focused on enhancing security measures and compliance while bringing innovation to the open-source landscape. This is a chance to drive i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate the security landscape by joining a dynamic team focused on low-friction Information Security. Collaborate across teams to design innovative solutions and enhance security posture while mainta...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $333K *

Make your mark by driving new business and building a high-performance sales team, while crafting a repeatable revenue model for enterprise software solutions in a rapidly scaling organization...

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Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and transparency in healthcare. Lead initiatives in policy development and training while ensuring adherence to legal standards and fostering stron...

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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.