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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$100K - $125K *

Accelerate your career by leading supply chain advisory projects focused on operational efficiency and digital innovation while mentoring teams and driving client satisfaction through strategic soluti...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that enhance profitability and optimize asset recovery through data-driven insights. Manage and mentor a high-impact analytics team while collaboratin...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Analyze operating and strategic initiatives to drive profitability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven strategies, leading a high-impact analytics team to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $213K *

Drive M&A success by leading engagements, managing client relationships, and delivering exceptional advisory services throughout the transaction lifecycle, while fostering team collaboration in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Join us to lead data engineering efforts, enhancing investment decision-making through robust analytics. Oversee a team, build high-quality datasets, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $195K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading complex trials, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve project goal...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $259K *

Collaborate to develop and execute a cutting-edge network strategy that utilizes data-driven insights across biopharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chain operations to enhance decision-making and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $95K *

Advance operational excellence by overseeing daily functions and staff performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering team development through strategic training and data an...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to elevate medical writing capabilities, overseeing clinical and regulatory document preparation while ensuring compliance and clarity. Collaborate across functions to enhance proc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $350K *

Drive the creation of cutting-edge coding datasets and environments. Oversee project execution with a focus on data quality, team leadership, and collaboration with frontier AI labs to enhance coding...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by producing high-quality, news-driven videos on legal, government, and tax topics. Collaborate with reporters to deliver engaging, visually distinctive content under tight deadlines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Drive progress in public health technology by leading secure data system implementation and analytics. Collaborate with Michigan state agencies to enhance responses to health challenges while overseei...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Deliver impactful project leadership by guiding cross-functional teams through all phases of clinical research, ensuring compliance, effective communication, and timely project milestones that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of K-12 education by leading dynamic projects and driving business growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance learning outcomes, while managing teams and ensuring effective exec...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in crafting a strategic talent acquisition framework that enhances recruitment processes, strengthens employer branding, and ensures a diverse talent pipeline aligns with business obje...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$244K - $305K *

Develop and execute integrated global CMC strategies for small molecule programs, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams to drive projects from early development to commercialization readi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Advance product strategy and execution for AI-native products. Lead a talented team while collaborating with engineering and research for model evaluation and innovative product launches in a high-own...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion AI product strategy by leading teams and driving innovations. Oversee the development and scalability of core AI products, partnering with engineering and research to meet accuracy benchmarks...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $141K *

Unlock your potential as you lead regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all processes. Collaborate across departments to streamline documentation and track deliverables while n...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping a compelling narrative for a dynamic technology firm by leveraging earned media, analyst relations, and thought leadership to elevate brand presence and drive engagement acr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining market communications as you lead impactful PR strategies that drive awareness in both enterprise and federal landscapes. Shape narratives, engage key analysts, and ampli...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$169K - $237K *

Join a team that's driving impactful advocacy efforts by cultivating relationships with legislators and stakeholders to shape policies influencing the pharmaceutical industry and improve patient care...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$244K - $305K *

Lead clinical development strategies to drive transformative therapies. Oversee cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and efficient execution of clinical trials. Collaborate with stakeholders, g...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $263K *

Drive impactful research in national security, leveraging your expertise in modeling, coding, and data analysis. Collaborate on critical projects addressing technology life cycles, military effectiven...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing operational excellence and strategic leadership in the Housekeeping Department. Collaborate with management and staff to deliver top-tier service while...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.