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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$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by serving as a strategic HR advisor, utilizing research and diagnostics to enhance client relationships and develop tailored strategies that drive organizational success and measu...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Drive measurable change by serving as a strategic HR partner, leveraging research and insights to advise leaders, prioritize initiatives, and optimize client outcomes in rapidly evolving organizationa...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape strategic HR outcomes by serving as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging deep HR expertise and research insights. Ensure organizations achieve their priorities through tailored guidance and...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by partnering with HR leaders to deliver tailored, research-backed strategies that drive significant organizational impact, enhance client relationships, and elevate excellence in HR...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $88K *

Partner with us to advance strategic fundraising initiatives through collaboration, data analysis, and effective communication, ensuring robust engagement with faculty and leadership to cultivate impa...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of HR by driving strategic partnerships with leaders to translate research into impactful organizational practices, ensuring tailored support for evolving client challenges and measur...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead strategic HR initiatives that empower organizations to enhance their HR practices. Collaborate closely with HR leaders, using research and diagnostic tools to drive measurable outcomes and delive...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$204K - $276K *

Join a dynamic team to evaluate innovative biotech opportunities, translating complex data into actionable insights that enhance R&D strategies and drive impactful business decisions across the organi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $185K *

Elevate your career by partnering with senior living executives to drive adoption and ROI. This strategic role combines clinical insight and commercial acumen to enhance client relationships and opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of product engineering by leading high-performing teams in delivering secure, scalable, and reliable solutions for our customer-facing and internal platforms. Collaborate across disci...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of health outcomes research by leading data generation initiatives and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful evidence for patient access and product positioning in a co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Oversee the development and execution of innovative clinical operations to enhance care delivery. This leadership role focuses on translating clinical strategy into effective workflows, ensuring compl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $155K *

Pioneer performance management excellence in life sciences. Lead a high-performing team to develop robust frameworks, drive accountability, and ensure client satisfaction while fostering cross-account...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading performance excellence strategies within the life sciences industry. Drive accountability and optimization across multiple accounts while mentoring a high-performing tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading strategic purchasing initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering partnerships that drive innovation and savings within a dynamic environment. Join us...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $210K *

Transform your career in a dynamic leadership role, guiding engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, champion AI practices, and foster collaboration to drive operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $210K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading diverse engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable applications. Drive AI-forward practices and foster collaboration to achieve excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the development and leadership of data operations, driving operational excellence and automation in private markets, while building a high-performing team to deliver institutional-grade data...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $130K *

Shape the future of AP Reading by enhancing scoring operations and analytics. Lead cross-functional collaborations to elevate scoring quality and efficiency, while developing tools and frameworks to s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $220K *

Drive transformation by leading complex engagements that modernize finance functions, improve operational performance, and enhance decision-making through technology and process automation, while coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Advance impactful policy development by researching, analyzing, and drafting procedures that support agency missions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure policies are compliant, effective, and cle...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Engage in pioneering efforts to advance the commercialization of AI and data science initiatives. Collaborate with faculty and startups, foster investor relationships, and navigate complex licensing p...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Lead the operational excellence initiatives for the commercial organization, driving alignment and efficiency. Build systems for forecasting and pipeline management, ensuring data integrity and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $260K *

Lead the charge in regulatory excellence, guiding licensing, compliance, and government relations for innovative space programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, shape strategies, and build a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $294K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by leading end-to-end architecture and implementation of production-grade systems. Drive technical execution and team collaboration to connect strategic intent to busine...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.