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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$140K - $170K *

Champion operational excellence by leading initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity, and compliance within manufacturing. Drive team performance and optimize processes to support growth objec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $230K *

Shape the future of environmental safety and health by leading global initiatives that drive compliance, risk reduction, and a proactive culture. Collaborate with leaders across functions to sustain e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $230K *

Play a key role in developing and implementing global EHS strategies that ensure compliance, reduce risk, and protect the environment. Lead a proactive safety culture while partnering with various sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower clients through exceptional relationship management and innovative solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance the client experience in a dynamic litigation support environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$168K - $210K *

Join a dynamic Healthcare Consulting team to lead psychometric initiatives, delivering high-impact strategies for global pharmaceutical and biotech clients. Leverage your expertise to drive growth and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $222K *

Accelerate transformational initiatives by leading strategic development efforts, collaborating across departments, and ensuring project success from concept to implementation. Inspire a dedicated tea...

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

$173K - $235K *

Lead and manage safety pharmacology lab activities as a Subject Matter Expert, integrating and analyzing data to support risk assessment and regulatory strategies, while promoting best practices and c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Lead comprehensive research initiatives to enhance brand strategy and reputation. Translate insights into actionable strategies that inform communications and creative decisions while collaborating ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Optimize RFP workflows and proposal development across teams while training and supporting colleagues. Drive accuracy and compliance in submissions, leveraging your clinical research experience and st...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our compensation consulting practice by leading a skilled team, driving client engagement, and shaping strategic operations to ensure quality and growth in a fast-paced, remote...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining SaaS product management by leading strategic initiatives across Sales, Leasing, Assurance, and Marketing. Leverage AI and data insights to modernize product offerings and...

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

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in ensuring robust, compliant laboratory operations, focusing on safety, maintenance, and continuous improvement within a dynamic biotech environment, while managing stakeholder relati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving public-sector technology growth through complex sales, nurturing long-term relationships, and executing strategic account management with municipal clients to deliver impact...

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

$100K *

Accelerate progress at driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives, focusing on new business development in security services. Collaborate with executives and cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth and market share expansion in security services. Collaborate across departments to optimize results and cultivate strong client relationships f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Optimize a portfolio of SaaS products by driving strategy, execution, and team leadership in Sales, Leasing, Assurance, and Marketing. Lead product transformation through AI integration while collabor...

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the implementation of innovative technologies to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across departments to assess, benchmark, and propose technolog...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$216K - $265K *

Lead initiatives in payer contracting and analytics within market access, ensuring compliance and effective management across a diverse and challenging portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $108K *

Lead the development and implementation of programs for underserved farmers, fostering partnerships and securing funding to enhance agricultural sustainability and outreach in the community...

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

$84K - $108K *

Join a team that coordinates impactful agricultural initiatives, overseeing project funding, managing staff, and fostering partnerships to support underserved farming communities in Alabama. Drive pos...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading actuarial analysis to drive sustainable funding and risk management strategies in a collaborative environment, enhancing pension plan performance and governance for optimal...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $233K *

Shape global CMC regulatory strategies in this hands-on role, driving regulatory submissions and compliance for clinical development and marketed products. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure adhere...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Elevate your career by driving global CMC regulatory strategies in drug development. Lead submissions, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance throughout product lifecycle in a dynamic biotech...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $236K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in regulatory affairs as a pivotal contributor, shaping strategies and managing complex submissions across global oncology programs while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure com...

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  •   Less than 5 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.