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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$115K - $135K *

Empower the School of Engineering by leading IT strategy and support. You’ll bridge communications across departments, oversee infrastructure projects, and enhance technology use for faculty and staff...

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

$75K - $95K *

Advance cutting-edge RNA technology by driving high-throughput RNA production processes. Collaborate across teams to improve workflows and ensure meticulous documentation while managing inventory and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovations in biomedical research by addressing barriers and enhancing access to health innovation. Lead impactful projects and engage stakeholders to create a more inclusi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of biomedical research by leading innovative projects that enhance representation and access in clinical trials, engaging stakeholders and fostering collaborations across various heal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $164K *

Transform economic development strategies by leading special projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and guiding a dynamic team to enhance community initiatives and research programs...

1 week ago

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

$183K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading human neuroscience experiments, designing longitudinal studies, and collaborating with clinical sites. Shape the research program while managing data collection and analysi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in clinical operations, providing strategic oversight to project teams, optimizing resources, and ensuring compliance and profitability while fostering collaboration and development wi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $128K *

Deliver vital support to clinical research operations, ensuring smooth execution of studies and service requests in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with researchers to manage budgets, protocols, an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic clinical research team driving innovative sleep science initiatives. Manage human studies while serving as the voice of science, influencing product development, marketing claims, and p...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading cutting-edge clinical research in sleep science. Drive team performance, oversee vital studies, and translate findings into product innovations while representing the compa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $210K *

Launch your career by leading data management initiatives in clinical trials. You'll establish processes and oversee vendors, ensuring data quality and compliance while collaborating with cross-functi...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $268K *

Take ownership of innovative ADC research by collaborating across teams to drive development. Utilize your chemistry expertise in protein degraders and molecular glues to enhance drug discovery and su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining the Master Data Management landscape by delivering compelling research and insights, while advising clients and supporting their strategic initiatives with your subject m...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Drive innovation in clinical biomanufacturing, overseeing strategic direction and scientific leadership for a facility producing biologics for early-phase trials while ensuring compliance and managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $135K *

Lead clinical excellence in the Supervised Release Program by ensuring robust training, policy development, and best practice implementation. Collaborate with diverse teams to strengthen service deliv...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive strategic pricing and packaging initiatives to enhance commercial performance while collaborating cross-functionally to align solutions with market needs and business strategy, shaping optimal g...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Pioneer regulatory strategies for innovative AI-driven medical solutions. Lead compliance activities and submissions, ensuring adherence to FDA standards while collaborating with cross-functional team...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise application strategy by leading commercial, ERP, and Finance systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance across Salesforce and Oracle NetSuite while managing multidisciplin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $272K *

Pioneer API operational excellence, leading site strategy and ramp-up of a new pharmaceutical facility. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish governance, optimize processes, and ensure safety co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Manage staff, equipment, and resources to drive quality results and support preclinical stu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Transform laboratory operations by ensuring compliance with SOPs and GLP. Manage resources, train staff, and improve efficiencies, while collaborating on long-term objectives. Drive quality results fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $185K *

Empower business decisions through insightful data analysis and reporting. Drive operational excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analytics solutions, enhancing...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join our team to develop strategic sourcing and category plans for Clinical Sciences. Utilize commercial insights and analytics to drive supplier performance, enhancing quality and costs to meet varie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enterprise risk management strategies to assess, mitigate, and monitor diverse operational and financial risks, while fostering a culture of accountability and compliance across the...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic procurement initiatives to enhance clinical supply partnerships, drive category strategies, and optimize supplier performance, fostering a resilient procurement environment that aligns...

1 week ago

  •   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.