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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$255K - $424K *

Innovate AI governance by designing robust policies that integrate ethics, risk management, and compliance while ensuring transparency and regulatory alignment in a complex, evolving landscape...

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical research excellence by managing projects, ensuring compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality study operations that meet sponsor expectations and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance and quality in clinical trials. Collaborate with teams to ensure protocol adherence, site training, and resolve issues while maintaining high standards of mon...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $130K *

Tackle clinical monitoring challenges while leading site initiatives for quality compliance and protocol adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful clinical trial executio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Optimize your clinical research career by playing a vital role in overseeing and conducting site monitoring for clinical trials, ensuring compliance, quality, and effective team collaboration througho...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading site monitoring for clinical trials. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance recruitment, and oversee execution while providing guidan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Partner with us to shape and advance strategic research initiatives across multiple domains within a leading cancer center. Drive collaboration and innovation to support funding opportunities and enha...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Empower interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care while driving strategic initiatives across multiple clinics, ensuring personalized treatment plans and superior outcomes for complex...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering comprehensive mental health services, enhancing patient care and outcomes through strategic planning, collaboration, and innovative treatment approaches while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team to build and run human studies focused on neuromodulation. Drive clinical operations, forge clinician partnerships, and expand our participant pool for innovative research...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $123K *

Lead strategic operations within the Faculty of Medicine’s Research Office, managing research initiatives, guiding administrative processes, and enhancing faculty support for effective research govern...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive all aspects of scenic production, from design collaboration to safety oversight, ensuring timely and budget-friendly execution while cultivating a positive and inclusive work environment for sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$350K - $420K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical development plans in oncology, evaluating trial designs, and identifying high-value opportunities for innovative treatments while shaping the future of cancer ther...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $341K *

Drive patent strategy and execution for manufacturing innovations, collaborating with scientists and legal teams to protect and manage intellectual property throughout the development pipeline...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$208K - $257K *

Lead the charge in transforming drug development workflows through AI solutions; identify high-impact opportunities, redesign processes, and collaborate with IT to ensure scalable, compliant implement...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$310K - $340K *

Join us to lead cross-functional programs in advancing small molecule drug development from discovery through clinical trials while shaping strategies that align with corporate goals and regulatory ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovative engineering solutions by providing expert assessments and support for payload and countermeasure development. Collaborate across teams to ensure program milestones are met and deliv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $90K *

Optimize data usage to enhance institutional decision-making through advanced analytics, data visualization, and statistical analysis. Collaborate with academic leaders to improve student success and...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Transform research administration by optimizing services, enhancing compliance, and fostering collaboration across multiple schools. Provide expert support for complex projects and lead operational im...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Empower organizational growth as you lead HR initiatives, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance while enhancing the employee experience through strategic guidance and operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Drive impactful market research initiatives by leading a dynamic team, overseeing multiple projects, and delivering critical insights that inform advertising strategies and enhance client relationship...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in market research as you guide and mentor a team, manage multiple projects, and deliver impactful insights to clients, driving growth for our unique advertising practice. Your experti...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in market research excellence to drive impactful business insights. Guide and mentor a team through complex projects, analyzing data to deliver quality client deliverables while foster...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Drive impactful market research strategies, manage teams, and deliver actionable insights while fostering client relationships and enhancing team capabilities in a dynamic advertising environment...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to driving excellence in clinical research management. This leadership role integrates diverse activities in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a...

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  •   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.