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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$90K - $240K *

Redefine research leadership to advance innovative programs that improve health. Collaborate with faculty and manage national projects focusing on genetics and therapeutics, guiding emerging scientist...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading health policy initiatives to enhance the visibility and impact of psychology in healthcare. Collaborate with key stakeholders while providing expert analysis and guidance o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Engage and lead the Threat Research team to transform security datasets into actionable insights, driving product enhancement and customer risk reduction while shaping the future of cybersecurity inno...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Strategize impactful initiatives by leading complex projects within the EPMO, driving enterprise transformation through cross-functional collaboration, disciplined execution, and proactive change mana...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in establishing a new ambulatory sales vertical, driving revenue and partnerships. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape go-to-market strategies that enhance patient care in out...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical research operations, bridging gaps between research and clinical practices while cultivating strategic partnerships to drive impactful innovations in patient care...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join our team as an Assistant Research Professor, focusing on acute myeloid leukemia. Drive innovative research, lead projects, and collaborate to uncover novel therapeutic strategies within a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Drive groundbreaking research in leukemia biology and treatment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance therapeutic findings through robust experimental design and innovative methodologie...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving impactful quantitative research in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Contribute to innovative projects, enhance client relationships, and support strategic insight...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of investment research, analyzing diverse asset classes, and shaping institutional portfolio strategies through rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis, fos...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of oncology research by leading clinical development programs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance study protocols and ensure regulatory compliance, driving ad...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $442K *

Elevate your leadership in managing a monumental project—transforming the South San Francisco Campus by overseeing planning, design, and construction of a 1.25M sqft facility. Ensure project success t...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$132K - $165K *

Drive strategic leadership in research contract management, overseeing negotiation and administration of complex agreements to ensure compliance and responsiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate your impact by leading research and analytics initiatives to optimize brand strategies, enhance business outcomes, and influence decision-making at the executive level. Be the analytical ba...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of research analytics by leading a dynamic team, driving data-driven decision-making, and collaborating across departments to enhance research performance and insights through innovat...

2 weeks ago

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

$174K - $196K *

Elevate clinical pharmacology strategies in a highly collaborative environment, leading PK/PD modeling and regulatory submissions for clinical development programs. Drive data-informed decision-making...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $155K *

Shape the future of research in the Faculty of Medicine by leading strategic planning and operational excellence, managing an impactful team, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive innovati...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$270K - $330K *

Lead the charge in managing HR functions and strategies to cultivate a dynamic workforce, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance, while enhancing employee engagement and developme...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$270K - $330K *

Shape the future of human resources by leading strategic initiatives that enhance workforce planning, compliance, and employee engagement while driving organizational effectiveness and culture transfo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform clinical research activities by overseeing design, compliance, and execution of studies. Collaborate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality data while leading cross-functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $155K *

Champion the Artificial Intelligence research area, leading a global team to deliver high-impact insights and foster client relationships while driving strategic growth through innovative research and...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $155K *

Drive innovation in AI research by leading a global analyst team, fostering client relationships, and delivering high-impact strategic insights that shape the future of technology services...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $145K *

Oversee daily operations of the Kearns Center, developing strategies and programs to enhance academic advising services and student interactions while managing staff and ensuring effective communicati...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join our team to lead clinical trials, ensuring patient care and successful protocol execution across diverse therapeutic areas while fostering strong relationships with research stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $213K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by providing expert assistance in financial planning, contracting, and customer relations. Drive efficiency through special projects while collaborating with se...

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

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.