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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$170K - $190K *

Drive oncology product strategy and lifecycle management for Molecular Residual Disease. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient outcomes, optimize processes, and implement innovative, evide...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Drive digital transformation in pharmaceutical development by leading a multidisciplinary team focused on advanced analytics and AI solutions that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Drive the strategic implementation of advanced digital insights within pharmaceutical development. Lead a multidisciplinary team to enhance data pipeline efficiency and foster analytics adoption, deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to clinical trial success by managing site engagement, ensuring compliance, and streamlining workflows. Leverage your expertise in diagnostics to optimize studies while collaborating across...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $258K *

Empower innovative cardiovascular solutions by leading cross-functional projects and programs. Drive strategic alignment and program execution within a dynamic team, ensuring optimal resource allocati...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative bioinformatics solutions and data science operations within a multidisciplinary research environment, driving impactful research projects and fostering collaboration acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic supply chain finance initiatives, partnering with leaders across operations and commercial sectors to optimize cost management, enhance financial performance, and drive lo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead strategic supply chain finance initiatives, partnering cross-functionally to drive financial performance, improve cost transparency, and inform decision-making. Mentor a finance team, overseeing...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead strategic supply chain finance to drive performance, enhance cost transparency, and foster data-driven decisions, paving the way for margin improvement and sustainable growth in a global healthca...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $272K *

Transform pharmaceutical development by leading a multidisciplinary team focused on digital insights and advanced analytics. Drive strategy and implement AI-enabled solutions to enhance organizational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $275K *

Champion the development and execution of innovative non-personal marketing strategies that enhance brand engagement and drive commercial success across diverse audiences in the pharmaceutical landsca...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in oncology product management, overseeing strategic portfolio life cycles and driving adoption of molecular residual disease solutions through collaboration across departments to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Engage with JD students to enhance their career paths in the private sector, providing expert guidance on legal markets, recruitment strategies, and professional growth through collaborative programmi...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $180K *

Lead the charge in negotiating complex licensing transactions, bridging technology and commercial interests. Command high-value agreements in biomedical, software, and chemical sectors while advising...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Drive clinical quality leadership across ambulatory locations, enhancing risk management and performance improvement initiatives while collaborating closely with operational leaders to achieve optimal...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Transform information security practices by leading a dedicated team to build and mature a comprehensive security program across governance, risk, compliance, and incident response, while enabling inn...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $248K *

Pioneer innovative research initiatives in Neurology and Neuroscience, leveraging expertise in neuroimaging, genetics, and data analysis to advance knowledge and foster independent research projects w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading early clinical development programs and collaborating across teams. Drive strategy and influence decision-making while contributing to innovative research that impacts pati...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Analyze innovative clinical strategies and drive early-phase study design within a collaborative environment. Influence research directions and clinical value as a leader in advancing impactful therap...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $110K *

Shape the future of healthcare data analytics by producing insights and forecasts. Engage with customers, lead projects, mentor junior staff, and drive strategic decisions with your expertise in marke...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$244K - $305K *

Elevate your career by leading clinical data management strategies and teams. Drive operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster innovation in clinical research to maintain data in...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Elevate corporate real estate transactions, managing complex portfolios from acquisition to disposal while leading internal and external teams to deliver innovative strategies and enhance value for cl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$218K - $327K *

Drive strategic insights as a Senior Director in Competitive Intelligence, shaping commercial and clinical decisions with data analysis in the oncology field to enhance portfolio strategies and patien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $327K *

Champion strategic direction by delivering critical insights in oncology to influence decision-makers. Collaborate with a high-achieving team to analyze competitive data and drive impactful portfolio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $327K *

Shape the future of oncology by delivering critical insights to drive strategic investment decisions and influence key partnerships, enhancing patient outcomes and return on investment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.