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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$155K - $214K *

Lead the charge in implementing enterprise Quality Risk Management, aligning with ICH Q9. Drive cultural change and support standardized methodologies across GxP activities, fostering risk-based think...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $214K *

Optimize enterprise Quality Risk Management by leading key initiatives, aligning with ICH Q9 guidelines, and fostering risk-based thinking across all GxP processes to enhance organizational decision-m...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $225K *

Champion statistical programming excellence by leading data programming activities for drug development and regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across diverse teams...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in user experience research. You will lead strategic insights that enhance product design and collaborate cross-functionally to advocate for user needs, impacting...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Innovate user experiences as a strategic leader in UX research, driving insights into design improvements and enhancements across products. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform user needs into...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K *

Elevate research imaging services by providing strategic leadership and operational excellence within a collaborative environment that promotes scientific discovery and patient care advancements acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing risk oversight for high-risk accounts, providing expert analysis and strategic guidance to support relationship managers, drive informed decisions, and improve portfolio m...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $160K *

Lead specialized risk assessments and advisory initiatives to enhance portfolio management for high-risk clients, collaborating with teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and support informed de...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Drive growth by developing strategic relationships with Large Pharma clients, ensuring impactful sales strategies and tailored solutions that align with market needs. Lead the sales cycle, foster coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Partner with us to drive business growth by managing strategic sales initiatives in the Large Pharma sector, leveraging your expertise to expand client relationships and deliver impactful proposals wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Oversee strategic IT service delivery for enhanced user experience, driving adoption and training initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT capabilities with business objectives and manag...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate therapy operations by managing personnel, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care through effective policies and collaborative leadership. Lead initiatives to optimize service quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge AI and ML solutions. Drive innovation through complex data systems, optimize existing models, and present impactful research to leadership in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions as part of a dynamic team, developing advanced algorithms and data systems. Influence decision-making through cutting-edge research and model enhancements, all while foc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $162K *

Oversee all production operations to ensure timely project completion, budget adherence, and quality control, while managing a team of professionals and implementing process improvements in a fast-pac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $94K *

Champion compliance and oversight in clinical research with expertise in monitoring, documentation, and regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality operations and adherence to clini...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions for the life sciences sector, optimizing decision-making processes and enhancing commercial outcomes through advanced data analytics and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$229K - $343K *

Innovate comprehensive epidemiology strategies, driving evidence generation and cross-functional collaboration. Lead teams to deliver real-world insights that inform key business decisions throughout...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that ensures high-quality research publication by leading review processes, troubleshooting queries, and testing new technologies in a collaborative global environment. Your expertise will...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $233K *

Lead the charge in statistical programming for exploratory oncology trials. Collaborate with teams to manage deliverables, provide oversight for regulatory submissions, and ensure compliance with CDIS...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $245K *

Drive program success as a Sr Program Manager overseeing complex product development projects and cross-functional initiatives. Lead a motivated team while establishing objectives, managing resources...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the development and characterization of innovative CAR-T therapies, ensuring robust analytical methods for product testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support clinical ma...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $108K *

Empower innovation in AAV manufacturing by executing lab workflows, maintaining operational rigor, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive results while supporting process development through ha...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$212K - $333K *

Transform medical review activities by leading a global team ensuring compliance and quality in pharmacovigilance while overseeing the assessment of safety reports for investigational and marketed pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $222K *

Shape sourcing strategies to enhance procurement efficiency and drive innovation. Lead global vendor partnerships in commercial manufacturing, ensuring top-quality materials to support company growth...

1 week ago

  •   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.