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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$120K - $150K *

Champion scalable workforce capabilities for safe, efficient project execution while fostering talent development and robust partnerships, aimed at supporting long-term business growth and meeting ope...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Join a forward-thinking team to lead innovative surgical navigation product development. This hands-on Senior Director role requires strategic vision and collaborative leadership to drive safety and p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $402K *

Shape the future of Oncology by leading clinical development efforts, driving strategic research initiatives, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative treatments from pre-clinical sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $179K *

Lead the charge in managing design and construction for various capital projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure adherence to budgets and timelines, and assist project managers on complex initi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $180K *

Join us to lead and enhance clinical trials through strategic biostatistical expertise. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality statistical solutions and maintain compliance with indust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $122K *

Pioneer improvements in research administration systems, driving efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze processes and ensure seamless integration of technology solutions...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform HR operations to support rapid growth while maintaining culture and compliance. Lead the design of systems and processes that empower employees and drive operational excellence throughout a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative quantitative research to advance health policy and substance use disorder solutions. Lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance treatment access...

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

$181K - $248K *

Champion quality assurance strategies in clinical environments, leading and developing a skilled QA team. Oversee compliance with GCP regulations, manage audits, and ensure quality systems align with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Drive innovative early-phase clinical trials and operational excellence, ensuring alignment with regulatory and GCP standards. Lead cross-functional teams in executing vaccine programs that transform...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead a talented team in shaping engineering projects that enhance facility operations and sustainability. Manage complex designs, oversee compliance, and drive strategic initiatives to meet organizati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $100K *

Shape the future of mental health care by overseeing operations at the therapy center, ensuring quality services, managing budgets, and enhancing training programs for students while fostering communi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $224K *

Drive early clinical trial excellence by overseeing vaccine studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate scientific innovations into compelling c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Shape the future of vaccine clinical development by leading early-phase trials, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic direction for innovative therapies that impact patient care globally...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Optimize early-phase clinical trial execution and oversight with strategic leadership, ensuring compliance and data integrity while collaborating within cross-functional teams to drive innovative solu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Transform early-phase clinical trials by providing scientific leadership and operational oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in vaccine study executi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$146K - $185K *

Drive global talent strategies by empowering talent management processes, ensuring effective development paths, and fostering a strong employer brand, while collaborating with leadership to achieve fu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform the operational landscape of a dynamic research department by leading staff, managing budgets, and driving grant funding initiatives to support strategic goals and enhance research outcomes...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by managing systems and initiatives that ensure compliance with FDA and global standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance product safety and innovation while lea...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strengthening governance, risk, compliance, and vendor management, ensuring regulatory alignment while fostering a culture of operational excellence and security across financial se...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$263K - $333K *

Champion innovative AI advancements by leading strategic research initiatives that redefine foundational models and autonomous operations, securing and automating the global network while mentoring ta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$263K - $333K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by defining and driving advanced research strategies for large language models, ensuring scalable and secure AI applications across global networks and data syste...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$263K - $333K *

Reimagine the future of AI as you lead strategic research initiatives to develop advanced foundational models that enhance Cisco's global networking and security technologies, while serving as a key a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower the success of our PACE Organization by leading operations, strategic initiatives, and team development to provide exceptional care for the elderly. Ensure compliance and financial viability a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development and operations of PACE programs ensuring quality care for seniors while managing compliance, finances, and staff development. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.