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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$78K - $117K *

Explore sensory neurophysiology innovations by conducting experiments and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams to enhance technology solutions focused on human sensory perception and experienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $105K *

Join our team to lead laboratory-scale experiments for protein purification processes. Shape innovative techniques and collaborate cross-functionally in the development of biologics. Ensure safe, effi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Advance your career by overseeing all quality control aspects from drug development to commercialization. Lead a strategic, science-driven team in compliance with global regulations and ensure high-qu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $310K *

Engage in strategic medical leadership to drive IgAN program success, collaborating with experts and teams to enhance clinical strategies and outcomes while advancing Nephrology's global presence and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $310K *

Pioneer innovative medical strategies and lead impactful collaborations in nephrology to enhance patient outcomes. Drive comprehensive global medical affairs aligned with clinical development and stak...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$254K - $445K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-impact UX research team to enhance AI-driven product experiences. Drive innovation, influence at all organizational levels, and shape research strategies that align...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $200K *

Shape the future of clinical research by driving strategic growth and building lasting client relationships while leading a dynamic sales team on the East Coast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $200K *

Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic growth in clinical research through key client relationships and innovative business development initiatives, delivering results across the East Coast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $200K *

Drive quality excellence by leading QC operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing analytical practices from development through commercialization in a dynamic pharmaceutical environmen...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead administrative functions for a complex clinical enterprise, integrating clinical, academic, and research priorities while fostering collaboration across multip...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower a multidisciplinary team to merge data analytics and market research, delivering actionable insights that drive client marketing strategies and enhance decision-making across digital channels...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that accelerates enterprise analytics by leading BI initiatives and the Power BI platform. Shape the reporting standards, manage a high-performing team, and drive the adoption of intuitive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $210K *

Transform organizational talent strategies by partnering with senior leaders to enhance performance, drive innovative solutions, and align workforce planning with evolving business needs to achieve sc...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $250K *

Help us shape compensation strategy by designing, implementing, and governing comprehensive non-executive compensation programs to attract, retain, and empower talent in a rapidly growing biotech sett...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $258K *

Join a team that champions clinical innovation by leading strategic clinical trials and contributing to groundbreaking research in rare genetic diseases. Drive study design and execution while collabo...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $173K *

Join a team that's transforming data into strategic insights and actionable decision support. Drive executive decision-making through innovative research, financial modeling, and cutting-edge analytic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$295K - $335K *

Lead strategic medical affairs initiatives in rare neurology, ensuring impactful engagement and collaboration. Oversee evidence generation and launch strategies while driving alignment across teams to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $259K *

Drive nonclinical development efforts, collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and optimal lifecycle management in the pharmaceutical space, contributing to pivotal regulatory submissions and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform laboratory management by providing scientific leadership, overseeing performance, and enhancing project efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and regulatory standards while dr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of laboratory sciences by leading, mentoring, and optimizing performance across scientific teams while ensuring compliance, quality, and operational improvements to drive financial su...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading nonclinical development for diverse products, collaborating across teams to enhance life-cycle management, contribute to regulatory submissions, and drive innovative scient...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of biomedical research by supporting key projects, coordinating with research staff, and applying your technical expertise. Enhance departmental performance while contributing to inno...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $223K *

Join a team that drives data-driven innovation in drug development, applying statistical expertise and analytics to enhance performance and process robustness throughout the pharmaceutical lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $250K *

Join us in advancing IND programs by managing operations, timelines, and strategic partnerships. Play a key role in ensuring efficient progress through various drug development phases while building s...

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  •   8 - 10 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.