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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$135K - $185K *

Drive client engagement and strategies to enhance health and benefits programs. Leverage expertise to foster relationships, generate new business, and lead a team in delivering superior client service...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

Deliver exceptional project management services, guiding teams through all project phases while mentoring staff, managing client relationships, and ensuring strategic objectives are met for small to m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $220K *

Take ownership of project management initiatives, leading teams to successfully deliver services and meet financial targets while fostering growth and client relationships across various markets and a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $220K *

Drive your career forward by leading project management services, overseeing teams, and ensuring the successful execution of contracts while maintaining and developing business relationships in a dyna...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer operational excellence by enhancing project management across US and EU, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction through strategic planning and standardization of processes across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion interdisciplinary research with China as the Executive Director, overseeing programs, managing budgets, and fostering collaborations. Drive strategic initiatives and represent the center to e...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of strategic communications for Global Centers, enhancing engagement and visibility across diverse locations while ensuring alignment with corporate initiatives and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $285K *

Shape the future of clinical quality by leading GCP compliance strategies, ensuring inspection readiness, and enhancing quality oversight across clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional le...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of investment operations by leading transformative initiatives that enhance performance, align stakeholders, and drive measurable enterprise value through strategic change management...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $89K *

Support advanced molecular assays and single-cell profiling in plant research, ensuring precision in experimentation and documentation while collaborating within a dynamic research team focused on env...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic insights by synthesizing data and market trends to empower leadership decisions, enhance enterprise performance, and shape long-term strategy through competitive intelligence and impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic insights by synthesizing market dynamics and data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable intelligence and support executive decision-making that impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform strategic insights into impactful business decisions by leading competitive analysis and scenario planning. Collaborate across functions to guide enterprise strategy and enhance performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $112K *

Lead and inspire a team of analytics professionals to deliver insightful data solutions using NIQ tools. Drive client engagement, nurture relationships, and fulfill performance metrics while cultivati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic communications for education programs, shaping narratives and executing integrated initiatives to enhance outreach, engagement, and clarity for students and hig...

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

$151K - $281K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping advanced cell therapy platforms through innovation, data-driven strategies, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive process validation and technology transfer to enabl...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $341K *

Lead and innovate within the Maritime Sector to drive strategic growth, operational excellence, and exceptional customer satisfaction, managing P&L and overseeing a team dedicated to advanced maritime...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $95K *

Oversee strategic leadership and administrative management of pre-law education, fostering student mentoring and program effectiveness while collaborating with various university departments and stake...

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

$76K - $95K *

Champion strategic leadership in pre-law education, providing comprehensive guidance and support for students while overseeing program development, alumni relations, and collaboration with faculty and...

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

$155K - $160K *

Inspire and lead the RPS Initiative by managing strategy, partnerships, and team operations to enhance public safety and advance social change at a national scale. Engage with key stakeholders, advoca...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$155K - $160K *

Pioneer meaningful change in public safety by leading strategic initiatives, building vital partnerships, and navigating complex political landscapes. Your leadership will inspire transformative impac...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $375K *

Shape the future of work by leading diverse engagements, mentoring teams, and optimizing client solutions that align with their talent and business objectives across various industry sectors...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $165K *

Elevate your career as an Investment Research Specialist. Lead equity manager assessments, collaborate globally, and drive client investment strategies while enhancing your analytical skills in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining investment analysis by conducting in-depth research on multi-asset strategies, collaborating with top experts, and influencing critical investment decisions to drive your...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $165K *

Join our team to drive investment research excellence by analyzing equity managers, conducting due diligence, and providing strategic insights, all while growing your expertise in a dynamic and collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.