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.

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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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$90K - $120K *

Help us enhance research staff engagement while managing faculty partnerships. Lead lifecycle processes, provide strategic training, and contribute to cross-functional collaborative initiatives to str...

1 week ago

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

$172K - $344K *

Lead strategic planning and execution of clinical research programs, managing multiple studies and partnerships with CROs and clinical sites to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and quality out...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Elevate research initiatives by providing strategic and regulatory leadership. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to advance compliance, grant management, and ethical research practices, fostering...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leadership role that unites research, compliance, and academic initiatives, fostering ethical practices and innovation while supporting faculty, students, and external partners...

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

$114K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive multi-state clinical research programs, enhancing client relationships and steering strategic initiatives in clinical operations and business development for impactful...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in multi-state clinical research programs. Lead strategic initiatives, strengthen client relationships, and enhance operational efficiencies while managing extern...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Contribute to the growth and management of complex clinical research programs, leading strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and supporting business development activities to ensure s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Strategize and lead the development of multi-year external clinical research programs, driving growth through client engagement, proposal development, and operational excellence across diverse teams a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Lead the charge in strategic clinical research program management by developing multi-state initiatives that enhance client relationships and business growth while ensuring top-tier operational execut...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Accelerate clinical research initiatives by leading multifaceted programs, enhancing client relationships, and driving business growth through strategic management and operational excellence in a hybr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Empower your career by leading complex clinical research programs and client relationships, driving business growth and operational excellence through strategic planning and collaboration across diver...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical research programs. This strategic leadership role oversees multi-state, client-facing initiatives, fostering business growth through robust client rel...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Elevate your career by leading multi-state clinical research programs. Drive strategic initiatives and client engagement while managing cross-functional teams for optimal project execution and success...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Shape the future of clinical research programs by leading strategic initiatives, client engagement, and operational excellence while fostering business growth and managing multi-state, multi-year proj...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $197K *

Drive success by leading multi-state clinical research programs, enhancing client engagement and business development while ensuring operational excellence and compliance within a dynamic hybrid work...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $249K *

Lead and develop teams focused on health services research, overseeing contract management, financial performance, and compliance. Drive technical quality, ensuring all deliverables meet federal secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $174K *

Champion the strategic development and management of research support services, driving efficiency and excellence in the Faculty of Education's grant facilitation and research initiatives, while colla...

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3 days ago

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

$255K - $345K *

Lead the charge in pioneering clinical strategies for ATTR amyloidosis, driving operational excellence in trials. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to influence drug development and regulatory...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $345K *

Innovate clinical development strategies for ATTR amyloidosis, leading regulatory efforts and collaborating across teams to enhance drug approval processes while engaging with external experts and adv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in expanding clinical research operations, developing systems, and mentoring staff in a dynamic healthcare environment, while ensuring compliance and promoting innovative cardiovascula...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of research compliance by leading innovative strategies and collaborative partnerships to support faculty and enhance research integrity across diverse domains at a leading educationa...

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead innovative research initiatives in medical cannabis, overseeing strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and innovative capacity-building to enhance cannabis-related studies and practices acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $95K *

Manage high-impact qualitative research projects, guiding a talented team to deliver exceptional insights and client satisfaction. Shape strategic relationships and drive business growth while ensurin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Accelerate business growth by developing strategic relationships in the biopharmaceutical market. Lead sales initiatives, build key accounts, and utilize strong clinical knowledge to drive new opportu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team that bridges customer needs and technical execution, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery of complex defense programs across multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, fluid en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.