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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$160K - $180K *

Champion successful program delivery by balancing strategy and operations. Lead a large-scale, multi-team technology initiative, ensuring collaboration and clarity across stakeholders while managing r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead dynamic clinical research initiatives while coordinating multiple protocols and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with investigators, support site operations, and enhance res...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $250K *

Champion late-stage CMC development and oversee cGMP manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies. Collaborate cross-functionally and lead technical strategies for process optimization and compliance in a d...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$303K - $428K *

Join a leadership role in Nephrology to drive medical strategy, oversee cross-functional teams, and enhance patient outcomes through effective management of medical affairs and strategic initiatives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of behavioral health as you lead a dedicated team dedicated to transforming lives. Oversee program implementation and foster collaborative care, ensuring service excellence for young...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Elevate user research impact by leading a team that shapes product strategy through actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure research significantly informs product dir...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial management and facilities oversight, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and driving continuous improvement. Influence senior leadership and manage a ded...

5 days ago

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

$135K - $147K *

Lead initiatives to monitor and interpret legislation impacting education, advising on policies, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance system efficiency and outcomes for...

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workforce capabilities through innovative training and development programs, ensuring all personnel across manufacturing facilities excel in safety, quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Deliver clinical excellence by leading healthcare teams, ensuring compliance with medical standards, and enhancing patient care while fostering a supportive work environment focused on continuous impr...

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

$145K - $170K *

Lead the charge in environmental advisory services, focusing on waste management, remediation, and client relationship development. Drive complex projects and technical leadership while interfacing wi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $225K *

Lead comprehensive actuarial analysis to quantify financial risks, project medical expenses, and guide strategic goals, ensuring high ethical standards and accuracy in reporting for product performanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $225K *

Pioneer in actuarial excellence by analyzing financial risks, developing robust models, and leading a team to ensure compliance and performance. Contribute to impactful decisions through precise data...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead labor relations strategies, oversee negotiations, and enhance compliance. Play a pivotal role in managing labor campaigns and analytics, while fostering effective partnersh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Oversee the management of a dynamic Project Finance loan portfolio, ensuring comprehensive credit analysis, reporting, and team coordination while driving operational efficiency and strategic initiati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence in high-profile oncology studies, ensuring timely delivery, quality output, and client satisfaction. Collaborate across global teams to enhance pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $267K *

Lead a cross-functional team to define and execute the strategic vision for the MRD clinical diagnostic portfolio, driving innovations that enhance cancer diagnostics and improve patient outcomes whil...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Transform healthcare delivery by ensuring compliance and quality within a correctional facility. Play a key role in patient care, oversight, and initiatives to improve health outcomes in a challenging...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Drive clinical excellence by providing leadership and direct care while overseeing healthcare staff and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Collaborate on quality improvement initiatives and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer a transformative GRC program that shapes enterprise resilience through advanced risk management, compliance, and governance, driving innovative cybersecurity solutions aligned with business ob...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $316K *

Drive global product strategy and innovation in HR solutions, leading cross-functional teams to achieve commercial success and operational excellence, while embracing AI and advanced analytics to enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$211K - $316K *

Unlock potential by leading global product strategy for a diverse HR portfolio. Drive innovation, oversee end-to-end product management, and deliver measurable commercial outcomes while inspiring a la...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$211K - $316K *

Elevate your career by leading the global strategy and innovation of HR products, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve revenue growth and client success using cutting-edge technology and AI sol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading IT project initiatives that align with strategic objectives, enhancing project delivery within a dynamic environment through collaboration, mentorship, and operationa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate IT project delivery by leading diverse initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with enterprise goals while optimizing performance across teams and resources in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.