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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$150K - $200K *

Discover and shape innovative financial analytics solutions, driving client decision-making through expert insight and AI integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance client value and ensure excel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $140K *

Champion a fair and equitable workplace by leading employee relations initiatives. Advise on complex issues, conduct investigations, and partner with teams to mitigate risks and enhance organizational...

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

$223K - $248K *

Transform clinical research by managing trials and studies that shape microbiome innovations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, coordinate data integrity, and contribute in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Seeking an experienced evaluation leader to enhance impact through strategic evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and innovative methodologies. Collaborate with CTSC leadership to measure and improve p...

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead transformative evaluation initiatives that enhance CTSC programs through evidence-based strategies, stakeholder engagement, and continuous quality improvement, ensuring impactful research and out...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $250K *

Shape the future of AI partnerships to drive innovation for national security. Lead relationship-building with frontier AI firms and U.S. Government stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic obj...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$53K - $128K *

Champion the delivery of comprehensive mental health services, leading a dynamic team dedicated to supporting families and children in need through innovative, culturally competent care and evidence-b...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Champion scientific initiatives by managing projects and workshops, while validating innovative antibody applications in neuroscience. Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to ensure i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Champion the future of senior living by leading a dedicated team, overseeing finances, ensuring compliance, and creating a supportive, enriching environment for residents to thrive. Drive occupancy an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $117K *

Engage as a strategic leader in research program management, collaborating with esteemed researchers to optimize operations and achieve impactful goals across interdisciplinary research initiatives, e...

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

$71K - $109K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research projects in advanced cementitious materials. Engage in orchestrating laboratory and field operations, providing technical guidance, and ensuring complia...

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

$288K - $352K *

Transform clinical strategies and lead the execution of innovative trials for metabolic diseases. Drive scientific rigor and collaborate across teams to advance therapeutic assets through all stages o...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in forecasting, analytics, and KPI reporting to enhance operational decision-making. Lead cross-functional collaboration for actionable insights that support Integrated Busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $135K *

Contribute to innovative bioengineering projects, facilitating advanced tissue modeling for therapeutic discovery. Engage collaboratively with diverse teams in a fast-paced lab environment, ensuring h...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Join us to lead and elevate UX research across our enterprise platform, driving strategic insights and product innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a high-impact research funct...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical research management. Lead the Cancer Clinical Trials Office teams focused on Head & Neck, Sarcoma, and Skin Cancer while ensuring compliance and foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer cutting-edge CMC strategies in drug development, leading teams from early-stage evaluations through to regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance and driving excellence across all phases of p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $222K *

Lead the development and implementation of biomarker strategies for clinical programs in immunology and neuromuscular diseases. Collaborate across teams and manage projects to ensure successful execut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$193K - $338K *

Optimize clinical trial strategies in gene editing therapies targeting cardiovascular disease. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead high-impact clinical research efforts to ensure patient...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $235K *

Champion transformative AI initiatives that elevate business outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and improve agility across the organization through strategic partnerships and cross-functional c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $222K *

Drive the R&D sourcing strategy by leading vendor management and procurement efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing processes and ensure access to top-tier services that...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $222K *

Lead the charge in shaping R&D sourcing strategies for top vendors, ensuring top-notch quality in services and technologies while negotiating contracts and driving innovative vendor management framewo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $222K *

Elevate your career by leading R&D sourcing strategies and vendor management. Drive significant savings and efficiency while working cross-functionally to support clinical operations and strategic sou...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $198K *

Lead the charge in managing software projects through planning, execution, and closure while ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$191K - $253K *

Transform the landscape of scientific engagement and thought leadership by leading a national team. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance collaboration, and foster impactful partnerships across various...

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  •   8 - 10 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.