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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$89K - $123K *

Innovate operational delivery for early-phase clinical studies by managing vendor collaborations, ensuring compliance, and integrating protocols. Drive project management to deliver high-quality resul...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $266K *

Lead enterprise-scale transformation initiatives, improve operational performance, and drive strategic growth in a multidisciplinary role, partnering across functions to foster innovation and efficien...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

Innovate purification solutions for biopharmaceuticals through advanced chromatography. Lead high-throughput experimentation and cross-functional collaboration to enhance bioprocessing performance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate clinical research integrity by leading trials, ensuring GCP compliance, and safeguarding subject welfare through meticulous oversight and decisive action throughout the investigation process...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and clinical science by supporting cutting-edge research and development initiatives, contributing to medical device innovations, and driving ins...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Join a collaborative team to oversee global workplace projects from planning to execution. Manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communication while driving continuous improvement in a dynamic en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Engage in leading global workplace projects from inception to occupancy, ensuring alignment with business goals and workplace standards. Utilize proactive problem-solving and analytical skills for eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Lead and manage all phases of workplace projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery within budget and timelines, as well as coordinating with diverse stakeholders for a seamless pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Champion the execution and enhancement of workplace projects globally, managing initiatives from planning to occupancy while ensuring stakeholder alignment, budget adherence, and compliance with workp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading global workplace projects from planning to occupancy. Drive improvements in office environments while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver results across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering transformative workplace projects, driving planning, design, and execution of office relocations and renovations, ensuring alignment with business goals through effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Elevate the global workplace experience by leading comprehensive office projects through planning, execution, and analysis, ensuring alignment with business objectives while managing risks and stakeho...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading global workplace projects, from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, driving efficiency and creativity in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Manage the full lifecycle of workplace projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals through detailed planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Drive efficiencies, enhance workspac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $180K *

Deliver transformative workplace solutions by leading projects from planning to occupancy. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications in a collaborative environment, managing risks and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer your career with a strategic leadership role in pediatric neurosurgery, driving operational excellence and fiscal management to enhance innovative care and support multidisciplinary clinical p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$233K - $262K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and strategic execution. You'll drive impactful initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance organizational maturity while supporting leadershi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion impactful solutions by leading social intelligence initiatives. As a strategic advisor, guide teams in translating social media data into actionable insights for Fortune 500 brands, enhancing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $179K *

Lead operational initiatives and strategic direction for projects, overseeing team dynamics and knowledge management while enhancing communication and outreach efforts within a prominent policy instit...

1 week ago

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

$235K - $318K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical pathology assessments and data interpretation, mentoring teams, and engaging with stakeholders to drive preclinical studies in biotechnology, ensuring effective re...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$228K - $264K *

Champion innovative clinical pharmacology strategies to optimize drug development from First-in-Human through post-marketing, ensuring informed regulatory decision-making and collaboration across vari...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $175K *

Transform clinical operations by leveraging your leadership and expertise. Drive project management across drug development programs. Collaborate to enhance efficiency, lead teams effectively, and ens...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine facility management by leading diverse teams to ensure optimal operation, safety, and efficiency of critical building systems in a dynamic environment. Drive continuous improvement and compl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformative fundraising efforts across North America, managing top donor relationships and driving significant revenue growth for impactful educational initiatives...

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

$273K - $388K *

Champion the development and execution of scientific publications, leading a dynamic team while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content that supports strateg...

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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.