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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$157K - $208K *

Transform frontline performance through AI-driven quality monitoring systems, coaching workflows, and data visualization. Partner with leaders to improve member interactions and scale successful strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $208K *

Empower excellence in AI-driven member interaction by creating and scaling systems that enhance performance metrics and coaching workflows for frontline teams, defining what great performance looks li...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer data-driven strategies by leading advanced analytics projects, fostering cross-functional partnerships, and delivering actionable insights that drive enterprise efficiency and value throughout...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data-driven decision-making. Lead analytics initiatives to enhance institutional trust, streamline data solutions, and develop a high-performing team while pro...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Transform data governance by leading cross-functional analytics initiatives that empower decision-making and enhance institutional trust through robust data solutions and a modernized ecosystem...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading innovative analytics solutions. Drive modernization of data platforms to enhance reliability and foster collaboration across the institution while build...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive consumer insights to enhance creative ad effectiveness through innovative testing strategies and collaboration with marketing teams, ensuring impactful messaging that resonates across diverse au...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Drive the success of clinical trials by managing timelines, budgets, and compliance while leading a team of clinical staff and collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality resu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $208K *

Empower the future of clinical trials by leading data management activities, ensuring high-quality, reliable data from study startup through database lock, and collaborating with cross-functional team...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Innovate the educational experience by overseeing center operations, managing teams, and developing community partnerships to ensure student success and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated rehabilitation team to deliver quality care, manage operations, and innovate treatment programs for diverse patient populations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Optimize rehabilitative services by overseeing daily operations and elevating staff performance. Directly manage therapists while ensuring compliance with regulations and implementing new programs to...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of rehabilitation services while overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality care for both inpatients and outpatients. Lead new program implementations to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $269K *

Execute GxP inspection readiness initiatives, manage regulatory inspections, and drive continuous improvement across teams while providing expert compliance guidance to enhance organizational practice...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving platform modernization while enhancing legacy products. Lead product strategy and execution for a global platform in the salvage industry, ensuring seamless integration and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $237K *

Join as an emerging thought leader in Health Economics and Outcomes Research, driving strategic projects in epidemiology and real-world evidence. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape clinical strat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $188K *

Join a pioneering team as you lead multi-omics analysis from clinical trials, translating complex data into vital biological insights. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to advance clinical str...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at managing complex clinical studies, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance while collaborating across teams to drive innovation and quality outcomes in clinica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead and deliver multimillion-dollar rail and transit projects, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder engagement. Drive strategic direction and risk management across high-profile infrastructu...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our CRM strategy to enhance user engagement and support business growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive adoption, streamline processes, and deliver insightful an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $218K *

Drive strategic IT project delivery in Discovery, collaborating globally to ensure alignment with business objectives and managing project portfolios effectively. Engage with senior leaders to transla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and excellence in Oncology Clinical Research. Oversee coordinators, enhance protocol adherence, and collaborate with key stakeholders to elevate the program's im...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical operations by managing multi-site trials globally, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving study execution through strong cross-functional team collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Engage in leading complex projects end-to-end, fostering team collaboration and mentoring staff, while ensuring timely delivery and efficient resource management within budget parameters. Drive organi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$70K - $95K *

Explore a hands-on Research Associate role driving protein science and cell biology workflows. Collaborate with scientists to execute and optimize assays, ensuring rigorous and reproducible science in...

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  •   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.