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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$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading consumer research strategy and insights across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive decisions that center on customer understanding and unl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$168K - $252K *

Join a team that's transforming the space industry by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring technical teams, and managing a diverse portfolio, ensuring successful execution aligned with strateg...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Shape the future of audience insight through strategic research and analysis. Lead advanced qualitative and quantitative studies to drive impactful decision-making in federal and DoD environments, whi...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Lead and execute audience-focused research initiatives, translating complex data into strategic insights that enhance decision-making and strengthen program impact across communications and engagement...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity through strategic data protection initiatives, collaborating with various teams to enhance security frameworks and controls, ensuring compliance while minimizing busi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Architect robust data protection strategies, ensuring compliance and effective security controls across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and address gaps in t...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Drive innovation and enhance user experience in B2B digital product management for screening solutions, collaborating across teams to translate user feedback into actionable product improvements...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing data protection capabilities by collaborating across various teams to identify and bridge control gaps, ensuring robust and compliant data security measures throughout the...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Champion HR leadership across global operations, enhancing talent management, diversity initiatives, and organizational effectiveness while partnering with executive leaders to drive strategic HR init...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $230K *

Strategize innovative CAR T cell characterization to accelerate BLA filings. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product understanding while aligning strategies with regulatory...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Drive the development of data governance, management, and security policies to enhance engagement efforts and data integrity within the organization, fostering collaboration with stakeholders for effe...

1 week ago

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

$171K - $223K *

Shape the future of nonclinical safety by leading innovative toxicology strategies. Drive scientific excellence and influence cross-functional teams while ensuring patient safety and regulatory succes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $295K *

Develop and oversee AI governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices in AI usage, while providing expert guidance on...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $295K *

Drive the creation and execution of an AI governance framework, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards while collaborating with teams to integrate AI governance into risk management proc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate clinical study success by leading Local Study Teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing timelines and budgets, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve high-qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Drive product strategy and leadership at the forefront of online learning. Influence cross-functional teams, enhance user engagement, and mentor product managers to foster a high-impact product cultur...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Elevate patient care as you lead a dedicated team to ensure high-quality clinical operations. Collaborate closely with senior management to drive improvements, oversee staff performance, and maintain...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Lead innovative projects in evidence synthesis, collaborating with multi-level teams to deliver comprehensive health technology assessments and mentor junior researchers in a fully remote environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's managing and overseeing pivotal clinical research projects, ensuring alignment with scientific objectives while collaborating with Principal Investigators. Drive innovation and effi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $236K *

Transform healthcare through advanced Outcomes Research leadership, guiding evidence generation and strategic collaboration to shape clinical practices and market access for innovative therapies acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$247K - $340K *

Transform the Clinical Pharmacology strategy across the WCH portfolio. Lead scientific quality and regulatory readiness while steering key development programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $165K *

Empower your creative potential by leading social media strategy and execution, guiding a talented team while driving impactful client relationships and innovative solutions in a dynamic digital lands...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Champion development quality initiatives, ensuring excellence in processes and outcomes. Lead cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and compliance across projects, enhancing overall p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $256K *

Accelerate organizational impact as you drive clarity and alignment within the leadership team, manage executive communications, and support strategic decision-making initiatives aligned with corporat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Contribute to oncology drug development by advising senior stakeholders and providing strategic solutions. Lead protocol development and engage with clients to shape impactful drug strategies while dr...

4 weeks 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.