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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$200K - $290K *

Transform global R&D operations as a strategic HR leader, guiding diverse teams and driving organizational effectiveness across multiple international sites, while fostering collaboration and innovati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $164K *

Shape the future of immunology therapeutics by leading biomarker discovery research. Execute innovative studies, analyze data, and communicate insights to drive clinical strategies and influence cross...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $345K *

Elevate clinical development by leading innovative RNAi therapeutic programs. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee trial conduct, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure success in advan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $240K *

Shape the future of Quality Control by providing strategic leadership for QC functions in late-stage clinical development, ensuring compliance and readiness for commercial launches of biologic product...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $240K *

Lead the Quality Control function for clinical and commercial readiness, ensuring compliance and timely execution of QC strategies for biologics and combination products while collaborating across tea...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $240K *

Transform quality control in biopharmaceuticals. Lead strategies for analytics, regulatory preparation, and QC systems to enable successful product launches and ensure compliance with global standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $284K *

Lead and advise on legal strategy for diverse issues related to compliance, risk management, and operational effectiveness, while partnering closely with foundation executives and teams to ensure alig...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $180K *

Deliver strategic leadership for Support Operations by enhancing efficiency through automation and data insights. Own end-to-end operational models, ensuring proactive, data-driven support processes t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$234K - $317K *

Lead the people strategy for R&D, partnering with senior leaders to enhance organizational effectiveness, develop talent, and drive engagement in a multidisciplinary tech environment. Foster trust, de...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $295K *

Shape the future of epilepsy treatment by providing strategic medical expertise and driving clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and innovative clin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in manufacturing engineering. Lead process optimization and innovation to enhance production scalability, product quality, and operational efficiency while mentor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $150K *

Manage strategic direction for undergraduate research funding programs, overseeing a $1.5M budget, policy design, and stakeholder collaboration to enhance accessibility and effectiveness of grants for...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $170K *

Partner with us to drive managed care strategies, negotiating contracts and ensuring alignment with clinical initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize operational efficiencies and enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering strategic insights and operational excellence. Drive innovation and collaboration across research functions to enhance economic development initiatives and support Vi...

2 weeks ago

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

$189K - $230K *

Lead the strategic direction of a prominent education research center, fostering partnerships and driving impactful research to shape K-12 education policy. Oversee projects, build teams, and ensure r...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$186K - $233K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by leading product strategy, enhancing workflows, and driving user adoption for critical trial management capabilities across a regulated environment. Transform cli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$212K - $290K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading global strategies for product approvals, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external experts to ensure compliance and drive successful commercializ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $122K *

Lead innovative graduate education initiatives and programs to enhance student success. Oversee personnel, manage administrative functions, and drive curriculum development while collaborating with fa...

3 weeks ago

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

$273K - $388K *

Champion the development and execution of scientific publications, leading a dynamic team while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content that supports strateg...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining biotechnology research through in-depth analysis, financial modeling, and comprehensive industry assessments. Collaborate closely with senior analysts to influence invest...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $291K *

Lead the charge in enhancing commercial performance by developing targeted training strategies that align with business goals, collaborating across teams to drive impactful learning solutions, and fos...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $249K *

Drive clinical strategy and evidence generation for GI-ET, leading global research efforts and ensuring alignment with regulatory and market priorities. Collaborate across teams to translate insights...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $210K *

Shape the future of laboratory operations by providing scientific and regulatory leadership. Oversee technical excellence in high-complexity testing while driving quality improvements and collaboratin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $220K *

Lead the development of innovative regulatory labeling strategies, ensure compliance of labeling documents globally, and collaborate across departments to enhance product understanding for stakeholder...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Accelerate laboratory excellence by leading clinical operations and driving strategic improvements. You will manage teams, enhance service standards, ensure compliance, and develop talent in a high-vo...

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  •   8 - 10 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.