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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$250K - $300K *

Lead the design and operation of core runtime services, ensuring performance and reliability for AI-driven experiences while collaborating across teams to optimize functionality and cost-effectiveness...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead and oversee critical Clinical Pharmacology projects, providing strategic input and scientific guidance for drug development. Collaborate across departments to align project goals and deliver resu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$208K - $286K *

Transform clinical operations by leading research strategies, ensuring regulatory adherence, and overseeing trials. Collaborate cross-functionally while managing resources to enhance product innovatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $286K *

Champion the development and execution of clinical strategies, driving innovation through regulatory compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership of clinical teams to ensure successful p...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive the future of Clinical Pharmacology by leading strategic drug development initiatives, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals, and influencing decisions across multifunctional team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$208K - $286K *

Develop and execute clinical strategies and research programs to support innovative product initiatives. Lead planning, execution, and collaboration across teams to ensure compliance and success in cl...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of research management by leading and supporting a dedicated team in animal husbandry. Oversee operations, train personnel, and ensure compliance to enhance pre-clinical research effo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $141K *

Lead the charge in advancing clinical trial oversight, ensuring compliance with protocols, SOPs, and GCP. Collaborate with site teams to address medical safety issues and contribute to the development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $350K *

Lead innovative research initiatives to develop proprietary alpha strategies that enhance investment products and drive performance. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to communicate key insig...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $160K *

Lead your career with strategic human resources oversight for a team of 1,400. Drive workforce planning, compliance, and recruitment initiatives while collaborating closely with department leadership...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $97K *

Lead the charge in program management, collaborating across multiple institutions to enhance mental health initiatives through administrative support and data-driven strategies, driving effective rese...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $118K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of high-throughput Chemistry innovation, driving hands-on experimentation and automation. Contribute to critical projects using advanced technologies to impact scie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the enterprise data intelligence strategy, driving analytical insights that influence key business decisions while maintaining strong relationships with senior leadership. Optimize analytics oper...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing fusion plasma technology by managing a dynamic team. Drive experimental projects, oversee data analysis, and align research initiatives with organizational strategy to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $328K *

Elevate analytical excellence by leading a high-performance team in biologics development. Drive strategic initiatives using advanced analytics to enhance service execution and foster innovation while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Take ownership of defining and operationalizing a customer ROI framework across teams, fostering strategic growth initiatives through measurable value outcomes while enabling effective customer engage...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality resident care by providing clinical leadership and operational excellence. Engage with interdisciplinary teams and ensure compliance while foste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

Pioneer innovative lab solutions by leading a team to enhance operational efficiency and data integrity across multiple lab locations while driving strategic AI-first initiatives and team collaboratio...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $179K *

Champion transformative planning and lead a dynamic team to innovate laboratory solutions while driving excellence and collaboration in the design practice...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead the advancement of innovative Vascular R&D projects by engaging with external research innovators and managing collaborative partnerships to address unmet clinical needs and emerging technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead the advancement of Vascular R&D by developing strategic research partnerships with external innovators, managing collaborative projects, and aligning initiatives with clinical needs...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $115K *

Drive the strategic research initiatives of an AI Institute, enhancing funding opportunities and collaboration between faculty, industry, and external partners through effective proposal development a...

Today

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

$211K - $264K *

Join our team to ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) by managing audits, developing vendor evaluation plans, and providing consultative guidance to drive quality assurance in clinic...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $214K *

Shape clinical development strategies and drive trial execution for metabolic disease therapies by collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing scientific leadership throughout the process...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Empower industry insights by analyzing and articulating the impact of regulatory changes in European life sciences, delivering high-quality content, and engaging with stakeholders to inform regulatory...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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.