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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$273K - $358K *

Engage in leading Clinical Data Science strategy, leveraging AI/ML to transform clinical trials. Spearhead innovation and operational excellence, while managing a diverse team and collaborating with g...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$273K - $358K *

Accelerate your career by leading Clinical Data Science strategies globally, applying advanced statistical principles and AI/ML methodologies to enhance clinical trial efficiency and foster innovative...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$273K - $358K *

Unlock potential by leading Clinical Data Science strategies to enhance clinical trial efficiency. Spearhead AI/ML integration across innovation projects, ensuring compliance and influencing regulator...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$273K - $358K *

Join our dynamic team to lead Clinical Data Science strategy, influencing innovation through AI/ML in clinical trials. Drive statistical excellence, engage with global regulatory bodies, and mentor a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$273K - $358K *

Drive innovation in Clinical Data Science to optimize trial efficiency and accelerate breakthroughs. Lead AI/ML integration and represent data strategies to global regulators, ensuring adherence to ad...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the coordination of innovative cancer research initiatives, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Manage project implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $167K *

Lead technology strategy and AI initiatives within a consulting team of 50-200, enhancing operational efficiency and collaboration while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivering han...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive data-driven strategies and innovations by leading advanced data science projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring robust model performance to impact business outcomes and guide str...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $117K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust, centralized post-approval monitoring program for clinical research, ensuring compliance, enhancing quality, and safeguarding participant safety across diverse r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of product development for an innovative inventory intelligence platform. Lead a team to drive strategic vision, enhance AI features, and engage with dealers to deliver superior softw...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$211K - $264K *

Unlock strategic leadership in analytical development for small molecule drug creation. Oversee teams, ensure regulatory excellence, and drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment to foster p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead systems engineering initiatives, driving architecture and integration across multi-disciplinary teams. Guide complex projects lifecycle and mentor engineers, ensuring alignment with product goals...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Transform the quality improvement landscape in nephrology by leading initiatives that drive adherence to CMS goals, mentoring teams, and enhancing clinical oversight for dialysis and transplant center...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$111K - $130K *

Drive digital transformation in LATAM operations by leading a high-performing technology team, enhancing service delivery, and implementing innovative solutions to improve customer satisfaction and op...

4 weeks ago

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

$211K - $264K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic alliances to enhance R&D partnerships, driving alignment between internal teams and external stakeholders to optimize collaborative efforts in oncology advancemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$248K - $310K *

Join a team that's redefining US regulatory policy and intelligence strategy, ensuring timely patient access to vital medicines and driving effective advocacy across generics, biosimilars, and innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead live productions and ensure flawless execution across broadcasts, events, and recordings. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical operations, mentoring staff while exceeding client expectatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $290K *

Architect advanced manufacturing operations by driving production excellence, scaling capabilities, and integrating technology to enhance efficiency while collaborating cross-functionally for superior...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$191K - $271K *

Partner with us to lead the Learning team, designing and executing innovative solutions that enhance capabilities and foster a high-performance culture across a global workforce of 2500+ employees...

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

$166K - $228K *

Shape the future of quality microbiology as you lead teams in advancing operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites. Drive compliance and mentor talent while influencing key projects an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $228K *

Drive quality microbiology initiatives by leading diverse teams to ensure compliance with global standards, enhance processes, and deliver superior results across business units in a regulated environ...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $228K *

Drive quality excellence by leading microbiology teams in medical device operations, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration for optimal manufacturing outcomes across multiple sites...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $228K *

Lead our Quality Microbiology teams to ensure compliance and excellence in manufacturing. Collaborate across functions, mentor personnel, and oversee global microbiology initiatives to drive quality a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $228K *

Unlock potential by leading operational microbiology teams in quality assurance across multiple business sectors, enhancing compliance and performance through expert mentorship and strategic collabora...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $228K *

Transform the future of quality microbiology by leading teams in operational excellence across various business units, ensuring compliance, robust program development, and innovative solutions in a hi...

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  •   11 - 15 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.