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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$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing U.S. national security through comprehensive research and analysis of international defense trade and export controls, while fostering collaboration across go...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in conducting rigorous research and analysis to support U.S. export controls and international defense trade initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing national security through in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$275K - $348K *

Empower late-stage clinical development programs through strategic leadership, driving study execution, and fostering collaboration across functions to ensure regulatory compliance and successful outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $220K *

Drive customer impact by leading engineering operations, managing demos, and translating client needs into actionable plans. Engage with stakeholders to foster strategic relationships while overseeing...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that drives innovation by managing complex IT projects, delivering exceptional results through Agile practices. Leverage your expertise to lead large teams and transform businesses while c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Advance your career by providing clinical services and coordinating a comprehensive psychology fellowship program. Lead team development, mentor fellows, and drive mental health initiatives for studen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by providing high-level executive support to enhance leadership efficiency and streamline operations in a dynamic, mission-driven organization...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust risk management strategy across Electronics, ensuring process standardization and fostering collaborative efforts for informed decision-making. Drive risk mitigatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $280K *

Unlock the future of migraine therapeutics in this leadership role, overseeing comprehensive launch strategies and cross-functional collaboration to ensure brand success for Dysport in a dynamic healt...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $260K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing ecosystem strategies across multiple partners, enhancing co-sell and fulfillment processes, and developing scalable engagement models to drive revenue growth and ec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading global clinical trial projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Lead hands-on execution of cell culture and manufacturing activities toward GMP readiness. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and ensure quality documentation while contributing to wider...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic legal team as a senior advisor addressing complex regulatory issues within financial market infrastructure. Provide critical legal insights for risk management, bankruptcy, and recovery...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $85K *

Deliver operational excellence by overseeing program performance, improving service delivery, and fostering strategic partnerships. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, ensure compliance, and...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in employer engagement and industry partnerships, driving student success through innovative talent pipelines across creative sectors. Collaborate with industry leaders to elevate acad...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Support the R&D lifecycle management for MDR initiatives, ensuring compliance and successful closure of design history files while collaborating cross-functionally to meet regulatory standards and pro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing clinical and administrative direction to support youth in crisis. Guide staff, ensure high treatment standards, and champion a collaborative approach for effective program...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion the analysis and management of data for a major NIH study on aging in South Africa. Oversee research design and ensure high data quality while collaborating on publications to inform public h...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Contribute to the execution and scaling of complex international initiatives, partnering with global health systems and institutions. Drive strategic project management while ensuring delivery, stakeh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Support operational leadership and program execution for maritime navigation, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and maintaining compliance for engineering services across naval platfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $210K *

Lead strategic insights generation, empowering brand teams with data-driven guidance to enhance decision-making and brand strategy execution in a dynamic market environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading processes that ensure compliance and continuous improvement across clinical and manufacturing environments, while fostering collaboration with teams and regulatory...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Manage and enhance quality assurance and control systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the organization...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $290K *

Deliver enterprise-wide analytics strategy to enhance commercial operations, optimize performance, and drive data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with executives across functions to create actiona...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing Cozey’s in-house legal function, managing agreements, compliance, and governance while supporting international expansion and protecting our intellectual property. Driv...

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  •   8 - 10 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.