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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$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee clinical research operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality patient care, and driving efficient processes with autonomy and leadership for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading business development efforts in the MedTech and clinical research sectors. Drive growth through client engagement, market analysis, and strategic proposal development while...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $190K *

Shape the future of acquisition management by leading transformational programs, optimizing operational effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to enhance mission success for...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $260K *

Champion the integration of advanced technology in R&D, crafting innovative IT solutions. Lead IT strategy, oversee system lifecycles, and cultivate cross-functional partnerships to enhance data and A...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $281K *

Unlock potential by leading biologics innovation in drug discovery, driving cross-functional programs, and mentoring a high-performing team to deliver groundbreaking biological therapies in a collabor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $152K *

Champion program success by leading acquisition strategies, supporting contract execution, and managing risks for high-stakes DoD projects, ensuring optimal performance and aligning with policy requir...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead strategic research funding initiatives by providing expert support and management of grant proposals, fostering collaboration, and driving metrics improvement to enhance Emory University's compet...

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

$90K - $115K *

Engage in the dynamic world of investments by monitoring and analyzing alternative and public market assets, collaborating with teams to support investment strategies and client communications, and fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $102K *

Transform lives by leading a clinical team dedicated to trauma-informed care, providing oversight to therapies and ensuring a safe therapeutic environment for adolescents. Collaborate with staff, fami...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading user research efforts to enhance eCommerce experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze customer insights and deliver actionable recommendations, shaping the futu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $190K *

Drive excellence in nursing leadership, ensuring quality patient care, staff training, and compliance in a dynamic clinical research environment. Foster growth, communication, and streamlined processe...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$155K - $165K *

Lead nursing teams in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring compliance with protocols and enhancing staff development within a dynamic clinical research setting...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dedicated nursing team to ensure exceptional patient care, streamline processes, and advance clinical research goals. Drive training and compliance while fostering an environment of collaborati...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in research development by supporting proposal management, funding opportunities, and team strategies. Collaborate across all colleges to enhance grant submissions and program innovati...

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the Functional Genomics department, drive innovative research in Immunology & Inflammation, optimize models for target validation, and guide multi-omic data delivery while promoting strategic col...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $120K *

Partner with us to oversee the comprehensive management of nonclinical studies, ensuring adherence to regulations while delivering high-quality results. You'll lead teams and collaborate with sponsors...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $120K *

Transform complex study data into actionable insights. Oversee non-clinical study execution, ensuring compliance with GLP standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve precise study objectives a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing bioanalytical methodologies within a dynamic LC-MS/MS lab. Drive high-quality testing and compliance while mentoring staff and overseeing method development in support of...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform quality processes by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $270K *

Drive advancements in machine learning and 3D reconstruction as you lead a high-performing team dedicated to quality improvements in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. Translate technical vision...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver superior legal and business research services, collaborating with clients across various practice areas, ensuring timely and effective information solutions while optimi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Optimize research processes by delivering comprehensive legal and non-legal support to Knowledge Services Clients, utilizing diverse resources across various practice areas while ensuring efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to provide expert legal and non-legal research services, assisting lawyers and staff while leveraging diverse resources, technology, and strategies to deliver timely and cost-effective s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform your research skills into impactful legal support by providing comprehensive, timely, and customized assistance across various practice areas while collaborating closely with a dedicated Kno...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful legal and non-legal research support for diverse practice areas. Collaborate with Knowledge Services Clients, ensuring efficient access to critical information while enhancing overall...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.