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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining digital research systems in agriculture, leading a diverse group to implement advanced data technologies, drive initiatives, and enhance innovation while bridging science...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $165K *

Build a proactive Quality Assurance strategy that enhances manufacturing, optimizes supply chain efficiency, and improves customer experience. Lead cross-functional teams to integrate innovative solut...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $210K *

Drive engagement and collaboration in clinical research initiatives, ensuring effective KOL relationships and optimal trial enrollment while working cross-functionally to enhance operational strategie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $200K *

Champion cross-cutting technical challenges, ensuring robust architecture and engineering quality in a high-impact role. Drive hands-on contributions, lead incident responses, and mentor engineers to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial management for pivotal contracts, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to enhance efficiency and support decision-making across multiple government reviews and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $290K *

Champion innovative obesity research by leading a team through cutting-edge RNAi and small molecule projects. Collaborate globally while developing in vitro models to enhance therapeutic strategies an...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $253K *

Shape the future of regulatory compliance by leading global labeling and promotional activities. Collaborate across functions to ensure adherence to FDA guidelines while mentoring teams and advancing...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on strategic client management and operational excellence. Lead partnerships, enhance client relationships, and drive outcomes to successfully deliver tailored solutions whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Advance clinical research excellence by overseeing multifaceted trials, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring a collaborative team. Excel in managing operations from start-up to closeout wit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by driving project delivery excellence across a diverse portfolio. Lead strategic initiatives, engage with senior leadership, and foster a culture of accountability and collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $221K *

Lead the charge in advancing commercial drug product programs while managing a scientific team focused on robust drug formulation and process development, ensuring product quality and compliance throu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $265K *

Lead the charge in heme oncology product management, shaping strategy and execution to drive growth and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance clinical decision-making and deliver impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $265K *

Oversee product strategy and execution for a heme oncology portfolio, driving innovation through market analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-centric solutions to enhance clinical out...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $331K *

The Vice President, Clinical Development & Program Team Leader at Revolution Medicines will oversee and drive the success of innovative RAS(ON) inhibitors aimed at improving the standard of care for p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $263K *

Lead strategic clinical data management initiatives across multiple programs, ensuring high-quality, inspection-ready data for regulatory submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Transform operations by building a robust quality framework for Enhanced Care Management, overseeing compliance, and driving educational initiatives to ensure operational excellence across multiple he...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $345K *

Transform the landscape of translational research by leading biomarker development and clinical integration for innovative trial strategies while driving cross-functional collaborations in a dynamic s...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining product innovation; drive customer-centric solutions and foster collaboration to elevate product strategies and achieve business growth within a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading site-level project management, ensuring client satisfaction, cost control, and adherence to quality standards. Drive governance frameworks, optimize performance t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of assessment content, managing a skilled team, and advising on strategic educational trends while fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeh...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Empower innovative PNT solutions by driving R&D advancements in Alt-PNT technologies. Collaborate with a skilled team to lead projects and explore new development avenues for the Department of War and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategic growth of the Contracts function by managing the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to leadership within a dynamic defense technology envir...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $107K *

Unlock the potential of prospect management and data insights to drive strategic fundraising efforts. Collaborate extensively across teams, leveraging your expertise to enhance engagement and ensure b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Discover an impactful leadership role that drives growth strategies across healthcare systems. Lead multidisciplinary teams to transform market insights into integrated solutions, fostering collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Accelerate product innovation by leading a team of researchers to influence design and development decisions. Drive user insights, establish long-term strategies, and ensure actionable research direct...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.