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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$94K - $144K *

Drive impactful healthcare analytics by managing complex projects and data systems, working collaboratively with state government and academic institutions to enhance Medicaid services and improve ove...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Shape innovative AI products by owning their full lifecycle, driving customer-centric solutions, and leading a high-performing team. Drive vision from prototyping to launch, ensuring impactful insight...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $130K *

Unlock the potential in healthcare systems by investigating fraud, waste, and abuse. Conduct complex investigations, analyze data trends, and collaborate with regulatory partners in a dynamic environm...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Elevate engineering standards by leading the migration and development of cutting-edge solutions for US federal customers. Build and mentor a high-performing R&D team while ensuring compliance and opt...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Launch impactful compensation strategies to attract and retain top talent, ensuring equity and competitiveness while leading a high-performing team in a dynamic higher education environment...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovative payer contracting strategies to optimize healthcare reimbursement and elevate financial performance, serving as a key advisor for leading healthcare organizations while supporting bus...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $225K *

Elevate brand storytelling by leading a dynamic content team to create compelling, human-focused narratives that drive engagement and support market growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to harness i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $175K *

Drive strategic initiatives as Chief of Staff to the CEO, managing critical communications, executing special projects, and enhancing aiEDU's impact. Engage closely with leadership and external partne...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $210K *

Join us to drive innovative clinical development programs in inflammation/immunology and oncology. Collaborate cross-functionally to define protocols, analyze trial data, support regulatory activities...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $210K *

Engage in leading the design and implementation of clinical development programs, focusing on inflammation/immunology and oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical trial pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team leveraging your leadership skills to enhance professional development initiatives for early childhood education across New York, driving systemic change and partnership engagement...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$177K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading clinical pharmacology studies and strategies within drug development teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement solutions, analyze data, and support regulatory s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $106K *

Manage a dynamic team of academic librarians to enhance research and teaching strategies, ensuring alignment with institutional goals while fostering collaboration and innovative practices across depa...

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

$70K - $95K *

Advance biomarker discovery by leveraging mass spectrometry for innovative research. Collaborate with experts, conducting analyses and interpreting data in support of drug development, while continuou...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of pharmacoepidemiology research by leading strategic design and implementation of regulatory-grade studies while mentoring colleagues and collaborating with clients...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $300K *

Explore cutting-edge AI research at the intersection of agentic systems and execution environments. Lead innovation in scalable applications and influence product direction by translating advanced met...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Transform the future of AI systems by defining research strategies, driving innovations, and ensuring reliable production deployments in regulated environments. Your expertise will lead to the evoluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Transform AI research by leading innovations in autonomous systems and agentic infrastructure, ensuring safe and effective deployment in regulated environments. Drive strategic direction through exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $174K *

Play a key role in driving successful programs through expertise in systems acquisition, program management, and effective communication. Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects meet the...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $116K *

Grow your career by leading dual roles in procurement and project management, driving strategic sourcing and operational excellence for global R&D and new product launches, while ensuring timely deliv...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $95K *

Transform higher education partnerships by building relationships with executives, understanding priorities, and leveraging research insights for growth and success. Drive impactful strategies to maxi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Champion the development of groundbreaking AI systems by driving research, orchestrating agent workflows, and enhancing reliability of autonomous operations, while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$288K - $500K+*

Unlock your potential as a scientific leader shaping development strategies across pharmacokinetics, biomarker sciences, and toxicology. Drive cross-functional collaboration while mentoring a talented...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $250K *

Seek to elevate your career by developing quantitative models for risk management and portfolio optimization. Collaborate with teams to enhance algorithmic execution strategies and support central ris...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $204K *

Transform patent strategy through cutting-edge research and collaboration. Leverage expertise in drug discovery to enhance legal support for global patent procurement and enforcement, impacting strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.