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.

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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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$130K - $180K *

Transform biopharmaceutical manufacturing through strategic process engineering leadership, ensuring design excellence and compliance on major capital projects while integrating cross-functional teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Join an innovative team as a Clinical Director, leading clinical and financial operations while mentoring staff, cultivating community relationships, and driving clinic growth through evidence-based p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of rehabilitation by leading clinical operations, mentoring staff, and enhancing patient care in a supportive and innovative environment. Drive clinic growth through community relatio...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $91K *

Engage stakeholders and drive organizational projects from inception to completion. Manage project operations and facilitate team collaboration to ensure timely delivery aligned with strategic goals...

Today

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

$77K - $92K *

Deliver strategic market insights that enhance healthcare innovation and leadership. Shape executive searches with dynamic research and drive operational improvements while fostering a culture of coll...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer a comprehensive data strategy and governance framework that harmonizes enterprise data quality and drives impactful data investments. Lead a team to ensure consistent, governed data across all...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead the establishment of external partnerships to enhance technology transfer, supporting project goals for product development and commercialization while ensuring seamless operational integration a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development and execution of global ESG strategy, driving sustainability initiatives and compliance across operations. Collaborate with multiple departments to enhance ESG performance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of sustainable practices by leading ESG strategy and initiatives across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations, regulatory requir...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Transform ESG strategy and execution across global operations. Lead sustainability programs, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance while promoting operational excellence and driving long-term env...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to high-level project management initiatives, overseeing cross-functional teams and driving successful execution of projects through strategic planning and resource allocation, ensuring ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic initiatives and cultivate executive relationships to drive growth and position the organization as a trusted partner, ensuring alignment with client goals and delivering bespoke solutio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Oversee enterprise project execution while leading the PMO team to ensure projects meet time, budget, and scope goals. Drive cross-functional alignment, governance, and continuous improvement in proje...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $107K *

Lead growth initiatives for open enrollment programs, optimizing digital marketing and funnel management. Drive revenue, enhance enrollment strategies, and collaborate across teams to meet performance...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving impactful financial services projects while collaborating with a team of experts. You'll provide strategic insights, manage client deliverables, and develop impactful bu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading production initiatives, enhancing operational excellence, and guiding teams in a regulated environment. Collaborate with leadership to meet strategic goals and ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $222K *

Lead and enhance pharmacovigilance strategies while driving operational excellence and innovation. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and foster strong client relationships, ultimately maxi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $175K *

Champion innovation and excellence in global compute infrastructure strategy, building and leading high-performing teams to enhance organizational technology operations and deliver scalable solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $207K *

Unlock your potential by leading purification process characterization and validation, authoring IND/BLA sections, and driving late-stage activities to support our large molecule pipeline. Join a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $253K *

Drive strategic initiatives and foster innovative insights to propel organizational growth, engage with business leaders, and deliver impactful recommendations that shape corporate objectives while na...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $270K *

Grow a high-performance sales team, drive client relationships, and achieve quota targets while fostering a positive environment. This hands-on role involves direct involvement in sales processes and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $232K *

Deliver critical analytics and insights to guide executive decision-making, evaluating the performance and strategic positioning of key assets across the portfolio. Collaborate with teams to drive imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving clinical study execution from design to closeout, ensuring timelines and budgets are met while maintaining regulatory compliance and process enhancements across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Lead the execution of global clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance while managing cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration for successful study...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Lead the global execution of clinical trials, managing timelines and budgets while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering continuous improvement initiatives for optimal study deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.